My partner took me there on Sunday. We were Greeted with positive & knowledgeable people who took…read moretime to tell me what the gems represented . I would definitely go back

Great selection, fantastic knowledgable personal service. I will be back. The prices are…read morecomparable to other crystal shops in the region, but many jewelry items are handmade and can be customized on site

The Tour begins with a visit to the Four Peaks Mining store at Arizona Boardwalk. The store…read moremanager, Susan, coordinates the tours. Our flight from Falcon Field was a smooth ride with unforgettable scenic views of the area. Tour guide John gave us an entertaining and informative experience. We learned about the geology which formed the amethyst mine. He described the mining operation from stone collection through shipping the stones for jeweler evaluation, then jewelry design. The mining was dusty fun. We left with some amethyst stones that we dug out and enjoyed the return flight.

I'm sure if you are looking to buy stones or jewelry this may be a good store. Pricey but I'm sure…read moreit's because this is a touristy spot. My review is based on our experience for the mini mine and the geode rocks. I was visiting with my 6yr old rock loving son. I was looking for panning options and I kept seeing this place recommended for its mini mine and geode rock. We get there and see the mine. Walk in and not really sure about it. It's really dark except this nice glow from a salt rock plugged in. Saw some clipboards on the wall. At this point the only worker there hasn't acknowledged us at all. So I go to the counter and ask her if we can go in the mine?, is there something we need to do?, what are the clipboards?; any kind of interaction. She said we can just go in and the clipboards are for a scavenger hunt. Okay cool, go back in, the wall says 1 board per family, okay, grab a board and proceed in. It's dark in there and can't really see so we grab our phone lights. There are different rocks/crystals on the wall. The "scavenger hunt" was the rocks on the wall; and they were all on the one spot we were standing. Just turn around in a circle and you're done. So we exit and see the geode rocks. My son grabs a few; because at $8 each why not. We take them to the counter and the woman starts to put them in little bags. I told her we wanted to open them there for the experience. (Side note... I had called the day prior to see if we open there or at home. I was told can do it in store.) She said she can only help us with one rock since she's in the store alone. Okay sure. So I ask my son which rock. He said the biggest. She then tells us the we need to get the lightest because heaviest may not open. So he picked a small more flat one. She insisted we do the rock she was holding. Okay, fine. Let's just use it. She takes us out the store door and guides us to this bench with a metal plate and gives my son glasses and a hammer. He hits the rock and nothing. It hurt his hands because the metal just vibrated. So I try and the rock just flops around and after 3 hits from me, a piece chips off the rock but don't open. She said see they may not open. So we just leave. Now that we are back home we will try again with our own tools. This was such a scam advertising on their website. The "Experience" they explain is not at all an experience but a waste of time and money. Find somewhere else for this. I would say go here only if you want to buy expensive jewelry.

This is one interesting rock shop. They have just about any rock or stone that you can imagine from…read moreall over the world. The outside part of their store is massive with a lot of the rocks either being rough or just slabs. Nothing was really polished outside. Inside has all of the polished and finished stones, which also was super nice. Prices were middle of the road. Some things were reasonably priced and other things were pretty expensive. I can see why it's gotten reviews for both price points, but it really depends on what you want. There's a large amethyst peace as you first enter the outside area, which is much cheaper than you can get it anywhere else, but I thought the geodes were a little expensive.

An huge place - lots of gems, rocks and beads for jewelry. Very knowledgeable owner!read more

Absolutely amazing customer service!!! Made my first crystal purchase and Liliana was so helpful…read moreand informative! I will definitely be back again for more crystals and more info!! So many crystals to pick from and so beautiful inside store!!

i love this store!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and the owner is so sweet very good price and big selectionread more

Gorgeous and fairly priced selection of a wide array of crystals. Very friendly staff in well…read moreorganized and immaculately clean atmosphere in a convenient Old Town Scottsdale location. Will certainly be a repeat customer.

Gaea Rare is a wonderful place to shop! The owners were kind, caring, and passionate about their…read morewell-curated, unique pieces. I purchased a gorgeous vase for a Christmas present at a very reasonable price. Interacting with the owners and staff was an uplifting, educational, and fun experience.

My girlfriend took me today to make rings to celebrate our one year and Valentine's day, and the…read moreexperience was amazing! Start from the beginning we came in was introduced wit Johanna, sorry if thats wrong, but we chose our bands and gems. She then walked us through step by step on the process of how to form the rings, and how to shape and round them, and not weld but the other word that I can't think of. I think that had to be my favorite part, the torches were fun to turn on and use. In the end we polished them up, and smoothed out the inside of the rings so there isnt anything that rubs against your finger. All in all, a time was had, she did mention a pendant class soon, and my girlfriend and I can't wait to come back and make more stuff!

Johanna is great!!! We went as a family and are having a blast!! Just in time for Christmas to make…read morea special ring for a loved one

Folks let me shoot straight and accurate with you, there's likely no https://www.chunkyboybeads.com…read more| IG/FB: Chunky Boy Beads with out Bernie's Beads! I am one of many stores that are sourced from the Lawitz Brothers (Formerly Beads Galore). They are a staple in the valley of Phoenix ‍. They have ancient beads, cultural beads, natural stone beads, exotic glass beads, Bone, Shell, Wood, etched Agate, ishi etc. etc. etc. if you are crafting, and haven't stopped by Bernie's, you're selling yourself and your shop short. Regardless of your budget, they will help you! They will recommend their vast 40+ years of knowledge and wisdom in the beading world freely. I've seen Bernie's Beads (Bernie & David Lawitz) take the time out to construct or repair a project onsite...while other customers are literally in the shop. Who gives service to that degree in 2025? NO ONE‼ Go get whatever your heart desires from Bernie's Beads and watch the quality of your work escalate

Amazing selection. Great deals! This family owned business…read morecares about their customers as much as knowing their products, and ensuring quality.

Great selection and fair pricing. I was able to find a modern necklace for my wife and a…read moretraditional ear ring for my mom. Definitely a must visit if you are looking for gold jewelry.