Looking for rock polisher in SE MO or S IL.

[mamabear]

I am looking for someone that can polish a rock I have. Just a local agate, but it has an interesting look to it. I have been looking for awhile with no luck, so if anyone can lead me in the right direction it would be appreciated.

 

[austin]

Most colleges with a geology dept. have one. Be nice, say please and maybe they will help. Any Rock?mineral store generally has one and are pretty cool about helping. I had one at the high school I taught in and we never used it. Pretty sad...

 

[mamabear]

Duh, college should have been my first thought! We have no rock shops around here. so sad

 

[Bajahunter]

Mamabear
http://rockhoundblog.com/club-rollcall-hellos/illinois-rockhound-lapidary-gem-clubs-usa-club-list/
There are more groups out there than you think.
I have an aunt that lives in West Frankfort. I have hiked in Giant city SP and Cave in Rock both pretty nice areas to explore.

 

[mamabear]

I've heard those 2 parks are well worth going to. I know there is a lot of museum worthy fluorite that has come from that area. Someday---

 

[StoneWhisper]

Depending on the size and shape of the stone/rock.. I could fit it into one of my tumblers and do this for you.. Post a pic or two?..