Roanoke Valley Gem and Mineral Show May 24, 2009

This unique show features jewelry makers, gold and silversmiths from all over the United States that can size, reconstruct, repair, design or make original jewelry from customer selected gems, stones,opals and crystals on the spot. Wire wrap, wire sculpture, stone beads, pearls, stone setting, amber, opal, fossil and mineral dealers will be featured as part of the show. The dealers are hand picked for the quality of their work. The event will also include hourly door prizes, with a grand prize (a gold ring with a precious stone) to be awarded at the close of the festival. Entrants do not have to be present to win the grand prize.