- During the coronavirus pandemic, more Americans are visiting “finders, keepers” pay-to-dig mines to search for crystals and gemstones.
- Mining sites in NY, North Carolina and elsewhere charge visitors $10-14 for all-day access.
- Rookie miners have reported discovering $2-5K worth of crystals, with some leaving full-time jobs to camp out and mine.
- Crystals and gemstones have become increasingly popular (and more valuable) as celebrities such as Kim Kardashian have shared their collections.
- It isn’t unrealistic for full-time miners to earn up to $10K per month.
