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Jerry's Rock and Gem

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Jerry's Rock and Gem

. We specialize in rocks, minerals, fossils, lapidary and prospecting equipment, beads and beading supplies, gemstones, jewelry and jewelry repair! St. WOW!!!

Jerry's Rock and Gem was established in 1954 as Jerry's Agate Shop by a Boeing machinist named Jerry Appleton. He wanted to supply his own rock habit and to fill the needs of other rock hounds. Jerry moved the store to its current location in 1962, as the business had out grown the restrictions of his own home. Then in 1982, after years of enjoyment, Jerry decided to retire and sold the business to a friend of mine, Tom, a journeyman jeweler and rockhound. With Tom's help the business evolved from a Rock shop to a Rock shop, Jewelry design, manufacture and repair store. Then in 1990, Tom asked if I would like to buy the store from him. HE DIDN'T HAVE TO ASK ME TWICE. Being a wholesale gem dealer and Hardcore Rock and Fossils Hound, I saw a fantastic opportunity to combine my G.I.A. training and love of gemstones, with my enjoyment of rocks and fossils. Now Jerry's would be a Rock, Lapidary, Jewelry and Gem store. The only thing left was Fossils and beads. I knew just the right person for the job, Joan, who has a Phd. in Paleontology and the trademark on Mt. Helens Emerald. Joan owned a Rock shop in the neighboring city of Tacoma. As luck would have it she was considering a change and six months later she joined us at Jerry's. Now we had everything we needed, but the name didn't quite fit anymore, so we decided that the name JERRY'S ROCK AND GEM was it.

09/05/2026

Labor Day Weekend is here which means that a lot of people get a 3-day weekend to lay-back and relax. Labor Day was created as a day to celebrate the social and economic achievements of the American workers. The time period for Labor Day was chosen strategically, falling between Independence Day and Thanksgiving to offer workers a needed break. Labor Day is always on the first Monday in September, which means that every year the date will be different. This year Labor Day will be on the 7th. Around the country there will be parades and barbecues along with lots of sales at the retail stores. Here at Jerry's, we will have all Stretchy Bracelets on Sale for 35% off. Because Sapphire is the Birthstone of the Month, we have loose Sapphires and Sapphire Jewelry on Sale at 30% off. A number of our Amethyst Geodes are 30% to 40% off along with other items on our new "Sale" shelf. I did have trouble trying to figure out what to pick for our SATURDAY DOORBUSTER. Tomorrow is National Cheese Pizza Day (Yummm), International Bacon Day (Yummm x 2), National Be Late for Something Day (Now, that just seems wrong)! and National Hummingbird Day. I looked around the shop to see if we had any carved Hummingbirds for a DOORBUSTER but couldn't find any. Then it dawned on me. If Dinosaurs did evolve into birds, and remember that is still just a theory, then what kind of bird would a Tyrannosaurus Rex become? Why, a Hummingbird, of course. As cute as they are, Hummingbirds are tough and have a fierce competition for food. So, why not make this really cool carved Rex Skull Tomorrow's SATURDAY DOORBUSTER. This Skull is carved out of Granite and measurers 5 inches high by 6 1/2 inches long. Its Retail Price is $210.00 which means that the DOORBUSTER SALE PRICE IS ONLY $84.00. New clothes and/or a Washing Machine are great but how many people have a Tyrannosaur Rex Skull on their bookshelf? Come on in tomorrow and take advantage of our sales.

09/04/2026

At the moment I just can't think of anything to post about!!! So instead, I'll just put ALL of our Stretchy Bracelets ON SALE. We have got Tiger Eye, Amethyst, Jade, Pink Opal, Citrine, Iolite, Aquamarine and so many more types to add to your Fall Wardrobe. Again, these are the Stretchy Bracelets, at great prices. Some are as low as $6.00, and that's before the Sale. Of course, I should let you know that they will all be 30% off..........No, wait a minute, let's make them 35% off. This Sale will be going for the next week, until September 12th.

09/02/2026

Spring has sprung, Summer's almost gone. before long we'll be putting our coats back on. Fall is a beautiful time of year, but with a little luck we'll get a few more weeks of Summer. The Full Moon for September is called the "Harvest Moon", not only because this is the time of year when crops are gathered, but also, before modern machinery, farmers in the Northern Hemisphere would use the extra light of the September Full Moon to work late into the night. The Moons proximity to the horizon during this time of year, gives it a slightly larger and brighter appearance than other Full Moons. We'll be able to see the Harvest Moon, weather permitting, on Saturday, September 26th. The Birth Flowers for September are the Aster and the Morning Glory. Morning Glories seem to be an odd pick for a Birth Flower because they are poisonous to humans and animals. They are supposed to be a symbol of Love and Affection, but if Glen gave me a BIG bouquet of Morning Glories, I might be a little concerned. The other Birth Flower for September is the Aster. The Aster is a perennial flower with star shaped daisy-like blooms that come in shades of Purple, Blue, Pink and White with a central Yellow or White disc. They symbolize Love, Faith, Wisdom and Affection. I wondered if the Aster flower might also be poisonous but was surprised to find that the young leaves can be lightly cooked or eaten raw in salads. The flowers can be brewed into herbal teas with potential health benefits such as digestive support, anti-inflammatory effects, and immune boosting. That's much better than being poisonous. The Birthstone for September is the Sapphire. Sapphires are a variety of the mineral Corundum, the same mineral as Ruby, but in colors other than Red. Trace elements like Iron and Titanium produce the classic Blue color in Sapphires while other elements give Sapphires beautiful shades of Pink, Purple, Yellow, Orange and Green. In ancient Greece and Rome, Sapphires were believed to protect those who wore them from Envy and Harm. Sapphires have long adorned royalty and clergy symbolizing Truth, Sincerity and Faithfulness. The best part is that you no longer have to be royalty or part of a clergy to wear Sapphires and we can even make it easier for you to have a beautiful Sapphire. During the month of September, ALL Sapphires (loose stones and in Jewelry) will be 30% off here at Jerry's. Hope to see you soon.

08/29/2026

If you've ever had an upset stomach and gas as a result of overeating and/or spicey foods, you might be interested in Tomorrows SATURDAY DOORBUSTER. For tomorrow, we've picked out this colorful Bismuth Heart full of Crystals that sparkle in shades of Pink and Blue. This beautiful mineral has been used since the 18th century to treat digestive complaints. It is very rare and virtually unseen in nature, but with a low melting point, high purity Bismuth can form distinct, colorful hopper crystals at a temperature of only 520 degrees Fahrenheit, making it very easy to reproduce. The reproduction of Bismuth is important considering how much it is used in Pharmaceuticals, Pigments and Cosmetics. Bismuth subsalicylate is used to treat diarrhea. It is the active ingredient in "pink Bismuth" preparations such as Pepto-Bismol. Different chemical formulas of Bismuth are used to treat the bacteria that causes Peptic Ulcers, as well as an internal deodorant to treat serious odor from flatulence and f***s. Bibrocathol is an organic Bismuth containing compound used to treat eye infections. Because of its use in medical products, the need for Bismuth makes it necessary to produce in labs (you could actually grow it in your own kitchen) and this is how we get pieces with such large crystals. By growing it in different shape pans, the Bismuth Crystals can also have very unusual shapes, and that brings us back to Tomorrows SATURDAY DOORBUSTER. This Heart Shape Bismuth measurers 4 inches by 4 inches and again, the Heart, which is made out of Bismuth, is filled with the uniquely shaped Bismuth Crystals. The Retail Price for this beautiful and unique piece is $87.00, which makes the DOORBUSTER PRICE ONLY $34.80. Now, I can't guarantee that this DOORBUSTER will make your farts smell like roses, but it will certainly brighten up your desk or display case.

08/28/2026

I really appreciate all of you who read and responded to my post on Tuesday. Wait a minute, I like all of my readers whether you respond to our posts or not. Now, after I got done being all buff and tough, mentioning my background in Paleontology and Geology (and yes, as a small woman I did have to jump through some hurdles to prove I could do the jobs), I went in for an MRI last week and found out I have a Bulging Disc! I can't complain because physical therapy should help me to deal with it. But it did make me wonder.......What about all of my Dinosaurs? Long ago I studied Dinosaur bones that showed evidence of arthritis, and if they could suffer from arthritis, what other physical problems, not caused by an attack or battle with another Dinosaur, could they have faced? The intervertebral discs consist of a cartilaginous fibrous ring with a gelatinous core as a buffer. I was told to think of it as like a "Jelly Donut". The discs connect the vertebrae and give the spine its mobility. It has always been assumed that only humans and other mammals have discs, but research has shown that this assumption is a misconception. A research team, under the leadership of the University of Bonn found remnants of cartilage and even other parts of the intervertebral disc in prehistoric specimens including marine reptiles like Ichthyosaurs and Dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus Rex. So, if a Tyrannosaurus could have suffered from a slipped disc, I don't feel like I should complain. My back already seems to be responding to the exercises I was told to do. In the meantime, don't forget to go outside at some time between 8 and 9:30 tonight to see the partial Lunar Eclipse. As long as the clouds co-operate, we should get a good view of it here in the Northwest. The Eclipse will begin as the Moon is rising and since it will be closer to the horizon, the light coming through our atmosphere should create a reddish color to the Moon. Otherwise known as a "Blood Moon". Even though it will not be a complete Lunar Eclipse, it will still be worth a lot of OOOOO's and AAAAAAA's.

08/26/2026

For all of you who have been reading my posts you've probably figured out that I am very quiet and mild-mannered.......sometimes. And then there are times like this. One of the National Days for Tomorrow is "Women's Equality Day", and I feel that this should be a National Day EVERYDAY! I realize that not everyone shares my opinion, but without the bold women who have gone into the fields of Medicine, Science, Education and so many more areas, there are a lot of important and useful items that would be missing from our lives. For hundreds of years, women have made incredible contributions to society, despite a lot of discrimination (and a little stupidity). That's right, I said it. Unfortunately, for some time women have been, and in some areas still are, treated as though they are not at intelligent or capable of understanding the world outside of their homes. Don't get me wrong, if a woman prefers to stay home with the children and enjoys cooking and creating a happy environment, I think that's fantastic. But for those who have had the curiosity and drive to learn about Science, they should not have to jump over barriers. Remember, Marie Curie was the first woman to receive a Nobel Prize and remains the only person to win 2 Nobel Prizes in two different Scientific fields, Physics and Chemistry. Ada Lovelace is considered the first Computer Programmer having written an algorithm for Charles Babbage's early mechanical general-purpose computer. Joyce Bell Burnell discovered Pulsars yet her male supervisor received the Nobel Prize for her discovery. Helen Brooke Tussig founded the field of Pediatric Cardiology and developed the first successful open-heart surgery for children with congenital heart defects. I could go on but I'm sure you get where I'm coming from. Women have accomplished so much and it's nice to have a day to observe a Woman's right to equality. Oh, and if you perhaps don't agree with this post, there is another National Day for August 26th that you might like....."National Hot Dog Day". Now, if you'll excuse me, I'll go back to being quiet and mild-mannered Geologist/Paleontologist.

08/22/2026

I already like tomorrow. According to the "National Day" Calendar, August 22nd is "Never Bean Better Day" and "National Be an Angel Day". Now if you're thinking that "Never Bean Better Day" has something to do with coffee, you are wrong. Apparently, August 22nd is a day to celebrate the joy of pets and companionship. I have no idea why someone chose the name, "Never BEAN Better" but if it's related to loving your pets, I'm In! Pets can be very loving and dedicated, and they deserve to be spoiled. The other National Day for tomorrow is National "Be an Angle Day". This day is dedicated to promoting acts of kindness and helping others, and I personally feel that we could use more of that right now. An act of kindness can be as simple as smiling and saying "Hi" to others, even if they are strangers. Being kind and helping others is really something that we should be doing everyday.....not just on August 22nd. Just think of tomorrow as a good day to start these habits (you'll find that it makes you feel happier as well).
Now, it's time to announce Tomorrow's SATURDAY DOORBUSTER. Two weeks ago, our DOORBUSTER was a beautiful Amethyst Geode. It was so popular that Glen picked out another Amethyst Geode to be used as our 60% off DOORBUSTER. This Geode is a little more compact, measuring approximately 6 inches wide by 6 inches tall, and is filled with sparkling Lavender crystals, and Lavender is said to promote calmness and relaxation. This Geode weighs 6.3 pounds and would fit nicely on a desk, a countertop or a display shelf. The Retail Price for this Geode is $287.00 which makes the DOOTBUSTER PRICE ONLY $114.80. Hope to see you tomorrow.

08/19/2026

Retailers are already advertising Back to School Clothes, and Disneyland is advertising "Halloween Time" at the park, from August 21st to October 31st, but they can't fool me (I didn't fall off of the Tuna Truck yesterday. It's still Summer and there is a lot more Rock Collecting to do before it starts getting cold and wet.
There is the Emerald Hollow Mine in Hiddenite, N.C. This is the only public accessible Emerald mine in the world. The mine is located 75 miles west of Greensboro and is open 7 days a week.
If Emeralds are not your thing, you can always look for Diamond Crystals at Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Arkansas, and yes, some very nice Diamond Crystals have been found in that park. In 2025, a visitor from Minnesota found a 3.81ct Diamond Crystal, and since 1906 over 75,000 Diamond Crystals have been found in this park that is located 120 miles from Little Rock.
If you would like to stick a little closer to home, you could always drive down to the southern end of the California coastline, known as the Big Sur, and hike along the Jade Cove Trail. The area is beautiful and you will find Jade.
For a fantastic Fossil adventure, you could go to Kemmerer, Wyoming. Located by Fossil Butte National Monument are several places where you can pay to dig for the fantastic Fossil Fish that are found in the 50-million-year-old Green River Formation.
If you would rather dig colorful Opals, then you could head to the Rainbow Ridge Opal Mine in Virgin Valley, Nevada. Most of the pay digs in Virgin Valley are open from the end of May to mid-September.
Sunstones (the Oregon State Gemstone) can be dug in the Rabbit Basin, around 23 miles north from Plush. This is the one area that offers a free BLM collecting site, but if you would like to find some Sunstones that are bigger and more colorful, you could also go to one of the mines. They may charge, but your chances of success are so much better.
These are just a few of some of the great places that you can visit and come away with something that is cool, unique and perhaps valuable. So, with so many minerals, which one would you choose? I'm often asked which is my favorite Dinosaur and with over 1,000 different species to pick from that is a difficult question to answer. If you could own one Mineral, which one would it be? There is a "story" about a science teacher who asked her students that same question. "Children, if you could own one Mineral, what would it be"? One boy said "I would choose Gold. It's worth lots of money and I could buy a Corvette". Another boy said, "I would want Platinum because it's worth more than Gold and I could buy a Porsche". The teacher said, "Johnny, what would you want"? Johnny said, "I would want Silicone"! "Why would you want Silicone"? asked the teacher. "Well, my mom got some", he replied, "and there's always a Corvette or a Porsche sitting in our driveway"!😆

08/15/2026

As I mentioned in yesterday's post, tonight is the debut of J.J. Abrahams Dinosaur movie "The End of Oak Street". Yesterday, I mentioned some of the details about the movie, but the big question is does the name," The End of Oak Street" mean that it involves the last few physical blocks of Oak Street or is it really THE END of All of Oak Street. Glen and I won't get to see the movie until tomorrow night, but I am really looking forward to it, and I think my Dinosaur size excitement is obvious in my picks for Tomorrow's SATURDAY DOORBUSTERS. Glen picked out this cute little Amber "Dinosaur Egg". A solid piece of Baltic Amber was carved into an egg shape with a Baby Dinosaur on one side of it. Even cooler is that the Egg Stand is also carved out of Amber. The Amber Egg measures 1.75 inches tall and 1.25 inches wide. It's a nice piece of Amber that has been beautifully carved and would be a great addition to anyone's Dinosaur Collection. The Retail Price for this piece is $304.00. After we take 60% off the price, to make it our DOOKBUSTER, Tomorrows Price will be Only $121.00. This is a great piece for a serious Dinosaur collector, but since not everyone is a collector of all things Prehistoric, I've picked out a second DOORBUSTER. This Tabletop Lamp is made out of Citrine Points and when it's turned on it will provide enough light to brighten up a dark hallway or Kitchen Counter at night. The circle shape lamp has a 7-inch diameter and plugs into any USB. When I look at it, I find it romantic, but I also am reminded of the Solar Flare that causes all of the trouble for the people at "The End of Oak Street". Sorry, I'm just excited about the Movie. Anyway, the price of this Citrine Point Lamp is $45.00, which means the DOORBUSTER PRICE IS ONLY $18.00. We hope to see you tomorrow.

08/14/2026

A new Dinosaur movie, "The End of Oak Street", will open tomorrow at AMC and other movie theaters. The plot seems to be a little funky.........Wife (Anne Hathaway) is a little dissatisfied with her husband (Ewan McGregor), whom she is thinking about divorcing. They have 2 children and a dog named "Starbuck" (do people really name their dogs Starbuck?). Anyway, solar flares apparently cause the end of Oak Street, where they and all of their neighbors live, to be transported back to prehistoric times, causing them all to have to figure out how to survive, if they do survive. It may not be very scientific, but it sounds like it will be action-packed. For us it's a chance to get away from our daily job and watch this adventure with all of those hungry Dinosaurs, and, of course, a big bag of popcorn! For me, not the Dinosaurs. J.J. Abrams was one of the producers on this movie so I think it will be good.

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804 W Valley Highway
Kent, WA
98032

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Tuesday	10am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	10am - 5:30pm
Thursday	10am - 5:30pm
Friday	10am - 5:30pm
Saturday	10am - 4:30pm

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http://jerrysrockandgem.com/

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