The Tucson Gem & Mineral Shows

Each year the city of Tuscon is host to the ultimate city wide shop-till-you-drop gem shows.  There are no fewer than 4000 dealers and 50 shows taking place all over the city from January thru mid February.
Sarah and I just returned from a four day trip to the city.  Hardly enough time to do all but a small handful of shows, but a very worthwhile time nevertheless.
For those of you who have never attended any of the Tuscon shows I'm posting some photos that I took for you!  I couldn't think of a better way to convey the sheer size and breadth of these events.  Although last year we more than doubled the number of items that Beadaholique offers, strolling the isles of the Tucson gem shows has inspired us to bring you more new and interesting products than ever before!