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February 2024 by Ricky Chavez
Great customer service! They are also super nice and friendly. Very knowledgeable!!
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February 2024 by Debbie M.
Had a great time. Learned sooo much. Wanting to start rock hounding and cutting rocks. Bought some awesome books.
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January 2024 by Minh N.
One of, if not the best, places to find a wide assortment of minerals in Orange County! I just discovered the place a few days ago and my only regret would be that I never found out about it earlier. Walter, the owner, is a retired geologist, and has a vast background regarding Mineralogy and Geology. He is kind and knowledgeable about any questions you may have about his specimens. By simply visiting the store, you have the opportunity to learn so much about different minerals, fossils, gems, etc. The minerals themselves are incredible, collected from various regions around the world. They are reasonably priced, and there's a huge selection so you're basically guaranteed to find something within your budget. Nevada Mineral & Book Co is now my go-to for building my collection. To my fellow geologists as well as non-geologists, I can't recommend this place enough. I really wish this place got more business!
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January 2024 by Private American
Walt is the nicest guy. Huge selection of gems,stones and minerals. Prices are truly great. Any budget you have will fit what you need. Well organized. All labeled and priced for easy choosing. Chris and Sarah from La Verne,ca
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January 2024 by Jenny R.
Unmatchable selection, variety, and knowledgeable service. Thousands of pieces for all prices. Unique pieces.
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January 2024 by Elaine B.
I was in just before Christmas for help with an old bracelet missing a stone. Walt and his lovely wife were beyond helpful. Walt is a geologist, his wife is a designer and also repairs jewelry. Terrifically helpful, well stocked, I highly recommend!
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December 2023 by Elaine Brewster
Crammed with lovely and fascinating things. Very knowledgeable and friendly owners there, even a jeweler who made a lovely repair on the spot.
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December 2023 by Greg G.
The owner is a very knowledgeable former geologist. The stones are abundant and they can craft anything you want. Highly recommend and the service and politeness of the owners was incredible!
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November 2023 by Andrea Hoang
This place is such a gem!! The owner was so sweet and seemed so passionate about minerals.Prices also were VERY reasonable. Will be coming back to purchase minerals for myself!
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September 2023 by Kim Strange
Great store. Walt is informative and helpful. I could have spent the whole afternoon there. Highly recommend.
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August 2023 by meg s.
Took my girlfriend, who is studying geology, here for her birthday to pick out cool rocks and jewelry. The owner and his wife are friendly and knowledgeable. You can easily spend hours looking at all of the cool fossils and gemstones. The owner seems to do his best to stock the store with products from local craftsmen and ethically harvested gemstones which is a nice touch. Unlike some rock shops there is no mention of the "healing powers" of gemstones, just cold hard science. I am happy with all of the purchases I made and plan on returning for future gemstone needs.
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July 2023 by Luke P
Amazing jewel of a store here in Orange County. I took my 6 year old there just to check it out and not only did we pick up some amazing rocks but the owner was so nice he threw in a free book for my son. This place has a better assortment than most museums.
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June 2023 by Kayla L.
I absolutely love this place and it's a shame I don't live in Southern CA anymore. I used to come here all the time and look for cabochons to buy from the owner. He is always so sweet and helpful, I always learn something new here. Whenever I come back to socal I always make sure to come here and buy some cabochons. I purchased this beautiful jasper cabochon from here!
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June 2023 by GYPSY saheb
This place is great! The owner Walt, is knowledgeable, approachable, and honest about what should cost what, when I ask about what I've seen at other shops. I wouldn't call this place a "crystal shop" because theres so much more than that avaible to you. Nevada Mineral is truly a hidden gem!
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June 2023 by Whitney S.
Beautiful and impressive selection of rocks, gemstones, minerals, and fossils! Walt, the owner, was knowledgeable and friendly. I will most definitely be back to pick out some books from his extensive library. What a fun and special place!
