What is another word for a rock collector?

Answer 1

A rock collector is generally referred to as a rockhound.A person who studies the science behind rocks is called a petrologist.

Answer 2

Rock collecting is generally called rockhounding, or mineral collecting. There aren't actually that many true rock collectors; the main interest is minerals, which are much more attractive, colorful, and interesting than rocks.

Answer 3

Someone who collects rocks or stones is simply called a rock hound or rock collector. A person that has an extensive knowledge of precious stones is a lapidarist.