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American Gem Exploration & Mining Company ("AGEM")
The American Gem Exploration & Mining Company ("AGEM") is based out of Watertown, South Dakota, and is owned by Ron Keller and Chris Wentzell. Currently (2012) mining & offering South Dakota ROSE QUARTZ, TEEPEE CANYON AGATE, and GOLDEN BARITE specimens from South Dakota, USA, as well as other mineral specimens, gems, crystals, etc. Ron still consults with Dominion Gems.
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Ron & Chris in Virgin Valley

Ron & Chris at Mt Rushmore

Chris hiking in posts to stake

Ron Keller with Himalaya Tourmaline

Ron admiring his Pala Morganite

Ron at the Himalaya Mine fee dig

Ron displaying minerals at School

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Elk Creek Barite from South Dakota

Elk Creek Barite from South Dakota

Teepee Canyon Agate from South Dakota
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