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Linberg Mine (Gem Ridge Quarry)
Council, Idaho
💎 Star Garnet
💎 Almandine Garnet
💰 $20-$50 4.5 / 5
About Linberg Mine (Gem Ridge Quarry)
Mine for star garnets — Idaho's state gemstone. Idaho produces the only star garnets in North America outside of India.
Gems & Minerals You Can Find
💎Star Garnet
💎Almandine Garnet
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Linberg Mine (Gem Ridge Quarry) is a pay-to-dig gem mine located in Council, Idaho. Visitors can dig for Star Garnet, Almandine Garnet and keep everything they find. Pay-to-dig experiences like Linberg Mine (Gem Ridge Quarry) are popular with rockhounds, families, and gem enthusiasts looking for a hands-on outdoor adventure.
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