12 Years of Curation
Over the past twelve years, High Ho Gems has acquired remarkable private mineral collections from lifelong dealers and passionate collectors across the country. Each collection carries its own story — of the earth, of the hands that gathered it, and of the journey that brought it here.
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Tap any collection to read its story and browse the specimens that remain.
Acquisition Ongoing · Began August 2026
A lifetime of collecting — our largest acquisition yet.
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Acquired July 2026 · Frankfort, Illinois
A life of love, crystals, and an intention to heal the world.
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Acquired after 2020
Minerals & handmade jewelry from a Reiki Master & teacher.
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Acquired ~2022
A driveway surprise hiding world-class Illinois Fluorite.
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Acquired June 2014
~3,500 raw specimens from a 30-year East Coast dealer.
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More Collections Coming
Additional collections from the past twelve years will be added here soon.