Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines

Since its creation in 1963, the mineral exchange takes place every year in June. It enjoys a unique location, at the heart of Alsace, in the picturesque Val d’ArgentValley. Uniting local history to international ambition, its exhibitors, buyers, visitors and speakers from all around the world make it THE unmissable gathering for mineral, gem and fossil lovers.

Each year, over 1,000 exhibitors handpicked among hundreds of applications offer thousands of extraordinary minerals, cut stones and fossils to enthusiastic collectors, aficionados and visitors.

Experts, international guests and other specialists expand the cultural offer of the show. Partnerships with famous French and foreign institutions assert Mineral & Gem’s reputation.

Even more than its international status, its business dynamic makes Mineral & Gem remarkable. During nearly a week, the green valley of Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines becomes a privileged location for trading between exhibitors, exporters, collectors and buyers. Far from the hubbub of big cities, Sainte-Marie provides a quiet setting favorable to trading, a true business platform for the global market.