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6 reviews for Earth Gems
6 reviews in English
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Review from Arinn W.
10/29/2010
this place is incredible. i can easily spend over an hour browsing here, and i always end up spending way more than i mean to. that sounds kind of bad, but it's really a ringing endorsement. the variety of stones represented here is astounding! small crystals, beads, polished and sculped pieces, salt lamps, giant geodes and minerals, and pieces set in jewellery. the staff are really sweet and non-obtrusive (don't hassle or hover over my friend and i when we spend a long time just looking).
this store is fn rad and i suggest you check it out. -
Review from Wendy P.
4/16/2012
I like big rocks and I cannot lie,
You other Earthlings can't deny,
That when a gem shines bright with just an itty bitty light
And crystal formations in your sight
You get ...
Ok, enough Sir Mix-a-lot. Today was my first go of Earth Gems. It's over on 17th Ave right next to Tubby Dog. I'd advise getting off your cell phone before you reach the top of the stairs. My mom had called just as we were parking, and so I was catching up with her a bit while I was perusing the rows of pretty rocks. I'm not entirely sure, but I think I got a very covert dirty look from the shop keeper at one point. In my defense, we kept it short. Anyway, once off the phone, I let myself be lulled into the quiet energy of the place. There was meditation-esque music playing in the background and just a few other people perusing the aisles. I found a really big rock that's supposed to stand for abundance and prosperity. It's $340. But it's so pretty! And who doesn't want abundance? I'm sleeping on that purchase the very least. lol
At any rate, you'll find bracelets already strung for you, some cool looking pendants that just need your favourite chain, and then all matter of precious rocks and gemstones, each with a descriptor.
So go on, get lost... in the gem store and look at all the pretty, shiny things!
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Review from jodi l.
Calgary, AB
3/29/2011
Being the rockhound I am i looked online at their site and decided to check it out....WOW...It is one cool place.I spent a good hour there and was fascinated with all the beautiful stones and jewelery etc..Its spacious,lots of variety and the propietor was helpful and friendly.Will definitely go back for more items....
Its got alot-its educational,its healing,its just a wonderful place..... -
Review from dinah g.
Calgary, AB
11/13/2009 1 photo
Earth Gems has the largest gem inventory in western Canada; over 850 stones to be exact are represented here. Stones, crystals and minerals from all over the world, Jade from British Columbia and even some stone from Northern Alberta.
The gentleman working at the store was so personable and kind, he took the time to walk through the store highlights with me. He explained the value of a crystal and mineral depends on its rarity, he pointed at crystal encrusted geodes, some that came up to my navel, these can range from anywhere between 10 to 2500.
But for that extreme collector we went to his glass encased counter, here he said is where the true gems lie (pardon the pun). Rocks or meteors from above, so fascinating, a small one inch meteor was priced at $285, he said these are the rarest types of rocks on earth simply because they are not from earth. Many customers buy these for their collections and others swear to their ability in enabling them to out of body and astral travel. He placed it in my palm and off I flew.
He then showed me another beautiful bluish aquamarine stone that can be mined only in 1 square mile area on this planet in the Dominican Republic; I had a small half inch stone in my hand worth over 180 dollars.
On a more commercial scale, Earth Gems also carry gems set in sterling silver and gems strands for making your own jewellery. All in all a very large, well kept, and well organised establishment. Rock on Calgary! -
Review from Sapna G.
Calgary, AB
12/15/2009
For some unknown, profound reason, I had never visited Earth Gems until just recently. I didn't even know that this store was located on 17th Ave and let me tell you, all these years, it's been my complete loss.
Earth Gems is AMAAAAZING!
They've got rocks, crystals, minerals, therapy stones, collector stones and even rare and exotic gem stones.
As Dinah G. mentions, the gentleman who works at this store is a real diamond in the rough (You didn't expect me to resist that one did you???). He truly goes out of his way to ensure you find exactly what you're looking for.
My only criticism of Earth Gems is of my own fault - I wish I had known it was around all these years.
It truly is a gem in our city (okay, okay, that's the last one!). Definitely check it out. -
Review from Tracy B.
Calgary, AB
12/21/2010
Fabulous place to shop. Both gentlemen are amazing at what they do, and they have answers to all my questions. I frequent this business often and each time I leave with a few gems of my own.
