The Mineral World Idar-Oberstein is an annual fair that focuses on the presentation of minerals, gemstones, jewelry, and related products. Since its founding in 2010, it has grown into one of the most significant events in this industry. It takes place in the picturesque town of Idar-Oberstein, located in the Naheland region of Rhineland-Palatinate, renowned for its long tradition in the gemstone and jewelry industry. The presence of gemstones like agates and jaspers in the surrounding area led the town to develop into an essential center for gemstone processing over the centuries. Another famous landmark in the town is the Rock Church, an impressive church built into the rock, offering a spectacular view of Idar-Oberstein. The Mineral World is organized by Messe Idar-Oberstein GmbH, aiming to make this unique event an international meeting point for traders, collectors, and lovers of minerals and gemstones. This 2-day fair offers a wide range of minerals, fossils, and petrifications to both professionals and the general public. Interactive fair activities such as gemstone polishing, identification of minerals and gemstones, informative expert talks, gold panning, and much more, round off the program of this event and provide visitors with a deeper insight into the world of minerals and gemstones. A primary focus of the Mineral World is the presentation of highlights, such as the largest or rarest minerals and gemstones, and the introduction of exceptional jewelry pieces and art objects. In summary, the Mineral World Idar-Oberstein is a significant event for the mineral and gemstone industry, attracting a broad audience from all over the world every year with its diverse range of products, services, and events, contributing to the strengthening of Idar-Oberstein as a center of the gemstone industry. The Mineral World Mineralienwelt will take place on 2 days from Saturday, 24. May to Sunday, 25. May 2025 in Idar-Oberstein.