Lecturing about basalts

Paradise

Stones2Gems is a part time business run by two geologists. Our theme of earth science and natural materials includes a variety of custom-made natural bead, glass, stone, and silver necklaces; earth science books; microscopes, accessories, and parts; lamps (bulbs) for microscopes and projectors; rocks and minerals; and other geology-related materials. Nancy McHone, geologist and jewelry craftsperson formed this business with me, James Gregory McHone, independent contract geologist, educator, and research petrologist (PhD, Fellow of the Geological Society of America, and Certified Professional Geologist #10714, American Institute of Professional Geologists).

Our home base is in Grand Manan, NB, otherwise known as Paradise. My contracting work includes teaching college-level earth and environmental sciences, field mapping projects, petrographic rock and mineral analysis, lecturing for schools and groups, technical and popular science writing, conducting field trips and tours, and teacher's workshops. My personal research has included (long ago) uranium prospecting in the Appalachians and (recently) field studies of giant Mesozoic lava flows in eastern North America, part of the largest volcanic event in Earth history.

Our jewelry is hand made in our own Stones2Gems studio. We use only the best construction techniques and materials, including precious metals, gemstones, fossils, and art glass. Our own kiln is used in creating much of our art glass. Mineral and rock samples are derived from our many years of field work and teaching. Microscopes and parts are obtained specifically for renovating and restoring. Most other items come from our personal and professional geological and teaching resources.

Geological or polarizing microscopes are my main interest, but you will also see many "normal" biological scopes coming from our shop as well. Often they get used for some time in my research lab, and so I can guarantee that my microscopes work as advertised. Check out my Ebay Guides to Buying and Using microscopes.

Feel free to contact us via email with questions, comments, or requests.