 Aquamarine has become one of the most desirable of stones among semi-precious gems & we offer the most extensive collection of North American aquamarine jewelry around. The Cardwell's have opened up the Bluestarr claims of the famed Mt. Antero south knob as of August 2001. Current production rates are allowing more individuals to enjoy North American aquamarine gems and we hope the Cardwell Collection offers each and every customer what they are seeking in fine, rare & exquisite gems.
We employ the finest North American gemologist's and utilize the unique design & vision of Custom Jewelers Inc. to meet all of your specifications. They produce our Cardwell Collection and hallmark our exclusive design line so you can be sure your piece is one of a kind.
 Mount Antero has long been known to collectors as the best American locality for the gemstone aquamarine, phenakite, bertrandite and other blue Beryl gems such as topaz. Some of the finest smoky quartz crystals in Colorado have also been found in this area. The aquamarines are found above tree line in the alpine tundra of Colorado's famed Collegiate Range. Relatively few collectors outside of Colorado are aware of the mineral discoveries that have been made on Mount Antero. The south peak is a rich source of gemstones dating back to 1884, When Nathaniel Wanemaker discovered a number of blue aquamarines near the south knob & lower slopes. Since that time, Mt. Antero has proved an extraordinary source of aquamarines, topaz and clear and smoky quartz crystals. Some of the clear crystals have been huge and common smoky quartz crystals have weighed as much as fifty pounds.
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Mount Antero Jewelry 
