Opal Mining Nevada Style

Discovering possible gem opal in Virgin Valley opal mining district with the use of a home made tine tool, Humboldt Co NV. The gemstones come included in petrified wood for the most part in a bentonite clay lahar deposit. The Tine gets into the air cracking and separates out chunks to inspect. Gemma is making sure no flies bother her for long. The dog will get the cool spot in the clay in the shade to lie in if possible.