Gems and Precious Stones of North America ...

Gems and Precious Stones of North America ...
Author: George Frederick Kunz
Publisher: New York : Scientific Publishing Company
Total Pages: 558
Release: 1890
Genre: Beads
ISBN:

A popular description of their occurrence, value, history, archaeology and of the collections in which they exist, also a chapter on pearls and on remarkable foreign gems owned in the United States...

Gemstones and Minerals

Gemstones and Minerals
Author: John Sinkankas
Publisher:
Total Pages: 416
Release: 1961
Genre: Gems
ISBN:

Prospecting and collecting trips; Tools and how to use them; Rock classes and how to recognize them; How mineral deposits form; Field features of mineral deposits; Collecting practices; Preparation of specimens; Storage and exhibit; Marketing mineral specimens and gemstones.

Gem Trails of Northern California

Gem Trails of Northern California
Author: James R. Mitchell
Publisher:
Total Pages: 178
Release: 1995
Genre: Design
ISBN:

This most complete guide to Northern California features sites from the Oregon border south to San Luis Obispo. Beautiful color photographs showcase the specimens that can be found at the sites described. Detailed text and maps make locating collecting areas easy.

Rocks, Gems, and Minerals

Rocks, Gems, and Minerals
Author: Garret Romaine
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2015-09-01
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 149301482X

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.