~ Early Web Links ~

Gator Girl Rocks is a comprehensive rockhounding resource covering all 50 US states, with guides to finding gems, minerals, and fossils across the country. Created by Zoe Tolbert, the site includes state-by-state rockhounding locations, an Amazon gear store, wildlife photography from field trips, and a blog chronicling real rockhound adventures.

The Old Car Manual Project is a massive free archive of original sales brochures and owners manuals for classic American cars and trucks, spanning from the early 1900s through the 1980s. Visitors can browse digitized promotional materials from iconic manufacturers like Chevrolet, Ford, Cadillac, Chrysler, and more, making it an invaluable resource for collectors, restorers, and automotive history enthusiasts.

Kat's personal Neocities site has grown into a dedicated hub for Tamagotchi and virtual pet obsession, featuring a collection log, tamalogs, shrines, and even a Tamagotchi webring. Visitors will find digicam photos, a wife page, and a warm old-web personality packed into a cheerful, handcrafted corner of the internet.

Mine Direct (operated by Intimate Gems) is an online retailer and resource for faceting and cabbing rough gemstones, cut gems, and mineral specimens sourced directly from international mining regions including Pakistan, Afghanistan, Kenya, and Tanzania. The site offers an extensive catalog spanning dozens of rare and collector-grade stones like Afghanite, Hackmanite, Kornerupine, and Tanzanite, alongside buying trip adventures, gemstone treatment education, and client cut galleries.

Elmhurst Coins & Collectibles, a coin shop in Elmhurst, Illinois, maintains this curated links page pointing collectors to major numismatic organizations, regional coin clubs, grading services, and publications. It serves as a handy reference hub for anyone serious about coins, paper money, tokens, and medals, connecting visitors to resources like the ANA, ANS, and numerous local coin clubs across the Midwest.

A fanlisting dedicated to boots, welcoming fellow footwear enthusiasts to join a community of fans who share a love for all styles, from knee-high leather to high-heeled and scrunch boots. Run through The Fanlistings Network, it currently boasts 81 members and is part of a broader accessories-focused fanlisting collection at bloodkisses.com.

Small Stuff Miniature Digest is a volunteer-run community hub dedicated to dollhouse scale miniatures, bringing together enthusiasts from around the world to share tips, techniques, and free printable miniatures. Visitors can browse a large archive of how-to wisdom from experienced miniaturists and artisans, plus a gallery of downloadable mini projects, all completely free.

DiceCollector.com presents a detailed profile of Gamescience Corp., the legendary dice manufacturer founded by Louis Zocchi, covering the company's full history from its 1965 origins through its iconic precision dice and the award-winning D-Total. Visitors will find a rich account of Gamescience's wargame publications, trademark history, and the engineering behind some of the most collectible polyhedral dice ever produced.

A site dedicated to the Burlington Route, the historic Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad and its successors, likely featuring photos, history, and memorabilia of this classic American railroad. Rail enthusiasts will find this a focused resource on one of the most storied freight and passenger lines of the American Midwest.

Cedrus's personal Nekoweb site centers on a growing virtual pet collection featuring dozens of Tamagotchis, Digimon, and GigaPets, with detailed monthly run logs tracking each device. Beyond the vpet hobby, the site also includes pixel art, knitting projects, browser-based game builds, and a strong emphasis on web accessibility.