Download or read book Rodney Rockhound s Rocks Minerals written by and published by In the Hands of a Child. This book was released on with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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 The Rockhound s Handbook written by James R. Mitchell and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn about rock and mineral formation, tools, identification, finding minerals in the field, legal aspects, preparation and preservation, cutting and polishing, and making jewelry from your finds. Numerous illustrations and B/W photos.

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 Rocks and Rock Minerals written by Richard V. Dietrich and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 1979-07-30 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A contemporary successor to the Louis V. Pirsson and Adolph Knopf editions, providing a guide and reference that explains how rocks occur, their commercial usage, and how to identify them through macroscopic, handspecimen features. Gives complete coverage of rock-forming minerals, rocks and man-made, rock-like materials, as well as meteorites, impactites, grossans, and more. Tables are provided for identifications based on megascopic examinations and simple field tests that require no sophisticated laboratory equipment. Plus, numerous illustrations represent rocks and rock-forming minerals as they appear in nature.

Download or read book Rock and Mineral Identification for Engineers written by and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 60 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 Golden Guides from St. Martin's Press. This book was released on 2014-02-25 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This eBook is best viewed on a color device. This handy identification guide to the most common kinds of rocks and minerals offers concise and fascinating information on: - Physical and chemical properties - Origins and geologic significance - Gems and semiprecious stones - How to find and collect specimens Illustrated in full color throughout, Rocks, Gems and Minerals is a gem of a guide for rockhounds and mineral collectors!

Download or read book The Rockhound and Prospector s Bible written by Len J. Ettinger and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Rocks and Rock Minerals written by Louis Valentine Pirsson and published by . This book was released on 1908 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Rockhound and Prospector s Bible written by L. J. Ettinger and published by L J Ettinger. This book was released on 1992 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reference and study guide to rocks, minerals, gemstones and prospecting. Describes mineral and gold locations in geological terms. Illustrated throughout with charts and tables.

Download or read book Rockhound and Prospector s Bible written by L J Ettinger and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-02 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains data on the mineral deposits themselves, broken down by magmatic, hydrothermal, secondary and placer deposits, as well as gemstones. Determinative tables, specific geologic environment references and a glossary round out this book. This Bible should appeal to the reader who wants a deeper understanding of geologic processes.-----------------------------I have no hesitation recommending this most useful "Bible" to all students of gemology. Not only will you enjoy reading this book, you will be amazed at what you will learn about the practical aspects of mineral identification, with the assistance of the Determinative Tables and the listing of Geologic Environments of Minerals. Its purchase is highly recommended for students. Len Ettinger's more than decades of expertise in exploration geology is obvious. This is indeed a book to teach the practically applicable basics of field mineral identification and prospecting techniques. -Revered Australian gemologist Grahame Brown, former editor of the Journal of the Gemmological Association of Australia-----------------------------The Rockhound and Prospector's Bible is more than just a basic text for the gold-panner or rockhound. It is actually a study guide which begins by giving the reader a general introduction to Geology. This detailed, yet simple to understand volume is recommended for those who are interested in how mineral and gems came to be, rather than just giving directions to sites where they can be located. - Stanley W. Paher, in the Las Vegas Review Journal

Download or read book Investigations written by Anness Publishing and published by . This book was released on 1999-06-01 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book Beautiful Rocks and How to Find Them written by Alison Jean Cole and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2024-03-26 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New to rockhounding or ready to ramp up your skills? This contemporary guide to rock collecting goes beyond the “where and how” to include info on environmental impact, land stewardship, and building a truly meaningful collection. Do you love rocks and gems? Are you a geology enthusiast? This informative guidebook by professional lapidary artist and outdoor recreation guide Alison Jean Cole shows you that beautiful rocks can be found anywhere. You’ll be expertly guided through the practice of rockhounding (looking for rocks) while learning how to be gentle on the earth. Unlike traditional rock guides, which take readers to well-trodden locations in each state, this book can be used anywhere in the United States or Canada. You'll be guided through the process of becoming an adept rockhound, including: How to read geologic maps and way-find How to consider the ethics of rock collecting Developing your personal tastes in rocks and building a collection Packed with information and fifty-eight accompanying full-color photos, Beautiful Rocks and How to Find Them is perfect for seasoned collectors and beginner rockhounds alike. It also makes a wonderful gift or self-purchase for nature lovers and rock, mineral, and fossil enthusiasts who love looking for and identifying cool rocks in the wild but could use some expertise and guidance.

Download or read book Rocks and Minerals written by Jack Challoner and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Rockhound Opening the Treasure Chest written by Michael Gordon and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2016-04-03 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rockhound: Opening the Treasure Chest is the second book in a 3 part series on collecting rocks and minerals. Rockhound shows you how and where to find rare minerals, crystals and gemstones in Ontario.

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.