DK Smithsonian Rock & gem : : the Definitive Guide to Rocks, Minerals, Gems, and Fossils.
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Includes index.
Explore Earth's natural treasures, from their primeval origins to traditional uses and modern-day appeal with this illustrated guide to rocks, minerals, crystals, gems and more! Featuring sparkling crystals, vibrant gemstones, and other precious materials often prized for their beauty, such as amber, coral, and fossils, this illustrated guide is sure to captivate every rockhound and budding gemmologist. Learn how to identify more than 450 rock and mineral specimens through beautiful photographs and key characteristics. Discover more about rocks and minerals through folklore and historical artefacts, and find out the fascinating stories behind some of the amazing natural treasures, including the Hope Diamond and the Great Mogul emerald. Plus there is information on polishing and displaying your finds to further equip you with all the knowledge needed to become a rock and mineral collector.
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PUBLISHED
New York, NY : DK Publishing, 2023.
Year Published: 2023
Description: 360 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Language: English
Format: Book
ISBN/STANDARD NUMBER
9780744080773
0744080770
SUBJECTS
Rocks.
Minerals.
Precious stones.