Collecting Rocks, Gems and Minerals: Identification, Values and Lapidary Uses

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This revised and expanded guide is a rockhound’s must-have resource
Easy to use and lavishly illustrated, this edition of Collecting Rocks, Gems, and Minerals serves as an introduction for beginners while also including valuable technical information for seasoned collectors. This guide takes you from novice to knowledgeable enthusiast in no time and features:
• An easy-to-use, quick reference format arranged by category and color of stone
• 800+ beautiful color photographs
• Values and tips for locating, buying and collecting
• Both lapidary and mineral display materials
• Decades of rock-collecting know-how from the author
Includes a foreword by Johann Zenz, world-renowned agate expert, author and lecturer.

From the Publisher

The Rock, Gem, & Mineral identification guide every rockhound needs!The Rock, Gem, & Mineral identification guide every rockhound needs!

Image of Collecting Rocks, Gems, + Minerals pages. It is open to four pages that highlight gemsImage of Collecting Rocks, Gems, + Minerals pages. It is open to four pages that highlight gems

ASIN ‏ : ‎ 1440246157
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Krause Publications
Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 4, 2016
Edition ‏ : ‎ Third
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 352 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9781440246159
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1440246159
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.53 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.98 x 1.02 x 8.7 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #48,786 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #10 in Antique & Collectible Jewelry (Books) #21 in Rocks & Minerals #25 in Research Reference Books
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