STORY AND PHOTOS BY STUART ‘TATE’ WILSON
In April of this year, the discovery of a sapphire unlike anything similar was made near Revelstoke, British Columbia, Canada. I arrived soon aft er the discovery to meet withthe well-known young Canadian prospector responsible for the find, Herb Hyder. During my three-day visit, not only did I have the opportunity to learn about the infamous prospector’s past, but I also had the chance to mine alongside him.
The stunning view from high up on the Blue Jay claim.