Visiting
Local Gems
Thunder Bay is in the heart of amethyst country. These semi-precious gemstones are found in quantity only here and six other countries in the world, but no where else can you find amethyst of such quality -- and in such quantity.
Be sure to visit an area amethyst mine for a unique pick-your-own gemstone adventure. Choose a specimen to take home right from the open pit mine..
Many local gift shops throughout the city and region carry items and jewelry crafted from this purple gemstone.
Because of its abundance in the northern areas of the province, amethyst was adopted as the official gemstone of Ontario in 1975.
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