Download or read book Rocks Minerals of the Northern Rockies a Guide to Gems Minerals and Crystals written by Quick Reference Publishing and published by . This book was released on 2021-05 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Rocks Gems and Minerals of the Rocky Mountains written by Garret Romaine and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2020-05-01 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rocks, Gems, and Minerals of the Rocky Mountains is a field guide to more than 130 of the most common and sought-after rocks, gems, and minerals hidden throughout the Rocky Mountains. Conveniently sized to fit in your pocket and featuring full-color, detailed photographs, this informative guide makes it easy to identify rocks in your backyard and beyond. Also included is an introduction that covers fundamental geology information and interesting facts. This is the essential source when you're out in the field, both informative and beautiful to peruse.

Download or read book Handbook of Rocks Minerals and Gemstones written by Walter Schumann and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 1993 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains descriptions and photographs of approximately six hundred minerals, rocks, and meteorites, providing information about the history, origin, structure, composition, properties, classification, and location of each specimen.

Download or read book National Geographic Pocket Guide to Rocks and Minerals of North America written by Sarah Garlick and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2014 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Illustrations and mineral hardness scale on endpapers.

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Download or read book Rocks Gems and Minerals written by Garret Romaine and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2015-09-01 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rocks, Gems, and Minerals is a field guide to more than 100 of the most common and sought-after rocks, gems, and minerals hidden throughout North America. Conveniently sized to fit in your pocket and featuring full-color, detailed photographs, this informative guide makes it easy to identify rocks in your backyard and beyond. Also included is an introduction that covers fundamental geology information and interesting facts. This is the essential source when you're out in the field, both informative and beautiful to peruse.

Download or read book Whats that Rock or Mineral written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-03-03 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What's That Rock or Mineral? is an indispensable beginner's guide to identifying the 150 most common North American rocks and minerals.

Download or read book Rocks Crystals Minerals written by Rosie Hankin and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book A Field Guide to Rocks and Minerals written by Frederick H. Pough and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 1996 with total page 558 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes hundreds of minerals and lists their geographic distribution, physical properties, chemical composition, and crystalline structure.

Download or read book Collins Photo Guide to Rocks Minerals and Gemstones written by Walter Schumann and published by Collins. This book was released on 1992 with total page 380 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to the major rocks, minerals and gemstones found in Europe. It contains an introduction to the basics of mineralogy, followed by a list of the general features of a rock that can be used in its identification. It also explains how to tell the basic difference between an igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rock, allowing quick reference to the major identification sections for each of these classes. In these will be found comprehensive descriptions of each rock or mineral, with details of its composition, hardness, specific gravity, colour, fracture, cleavage, streak, lustre, transparency and crystal system, as well as notes on how it is formed and where it might be found, both in the UK and in the rest of the world.

Download or read book Rock and Gem written by Ronald Bonewitz and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2008-02-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the treasures of the Earth – sparkling crystals, vibrant gemstones, and age-old fossils – with this illustrated guide that’s sure to captivate every rockhound and budding gemologist. From primeval origins to their astonishing modern-day uses and appeal, this is the ultimate portrait of Earth's geological riches – rocks, minerals, crystals, and gems. Also included is a focussed look at other precious materials often prized for their beauty, such as amber, coral, ivory, and fossils. Learn how to identify more than 450 rock and mineral specimens through stunning photographs and detailed characteristics. Discover more about rocks and minerals through folklore and historical artifacts, and find out the fascinating stories behind the world's natural treasures, including the Hope diamond and the Great Mogul emerald. Practical advice on cutting, polishing, and displaying your finds further equips you with all the knowledge needed to delve into the world of rock and mineral collecting. Rock and Gem were produced in association with the Smithsonian Institution in Washington DC, the world's largest museum complex, ensuring the guide's accuracy.

Download or read book Rockhound A Geography of Collecting written by Michael Gordon and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2017-05-15 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this book Rockhound: A Geography of Collecting you will be shown Ontario's incredible history of mineral extraction and as you will see, rockhounds follow in the signature that every industry left. The full Rockhound series tells you how and where to find crystals, minerals, gold, diamonds and all manner of rock and mineral treasure. for the collector this book is an absolute gem and an essential guide to Ontario geology as it relates to mineral collecting.

Download or read book Peterson First Guide to Rocks and Minerals written by Frederick H. Pough and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 1991 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written and designed for the beginner, this book describes and illustrates the most common and interesting rocks and minerals, from simple sandstone to exotic gems. Illustrated with dozens of beautiful color photographs, it tells how these rocks and minerals formed and how to identify them--and includes tips on collecting. 175 color photographs, 12 line drawings.

Download or read book An Illustrated Guide to Rocks Minerals written by Michael O'Donoghue and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Rocks Gems and Minerals written by Paul R. Shaffer and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2001-04-14 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Formerly titles "Rocks and Minerals" this handbook includes information on collecting and identifying minerals, sections on metallic, nonmetallic, gem and rock-forming minerals, and descriptions of igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks.

Download or read book Rocks Crystals and Minerals written by Rosie Hankin and published by Salamander Books. This book was released on 2001-06 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Rockhounding Encyclopedia written by Jackson Davis and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-10-19 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ PAPERBACK VERSION WITH COLOR PICTURES ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Featuring the top 500 rockhounding sites in the United States and 100+ gems New to rockhounding?Seeking the best rockhounding site near you?Would you like to recognize gems and minerals at first sight? If this sounds like what you need help with, and your inner rockhound is eager to learn, keep reading... Finding and naming gemstones can be tricky, especially for beginners and even those with some experience. With so many small details, colors, and kinds of rocks, it's easy to get mixed up if you don't know what to look for. But it doesn't have to be complicated. Here's Why This Guide is a Rockhound's Treasure: Explore 100+ Gems & Minerals with vivid images, in-depth descriptions, and identification tips. Discover 500+ US Rockhounding Sites featuring public locations, GPS coordinates, and a compilation of the stunning rocks you can find there. Equip Yourself with Essential Rockhounding Gear and learn about optimal tools to make your next rockhounding trip your biggest adventure. Simplify Geology with easy-to-understand explanations about the formation of fossils and minerals. After reading this book, you'll know where to find your favorite gems and how to identify them. Whether rockhounding is a new hobby or a passion you wish to delve deeper into, this guide encompasses all you need, empowering you to independently locate, identify, and collect mesmerizing gems and minerals. Get The Rockhounding Encyclopedia today. A world of gems is waiting for you!