Rocks & Minerals: The Definitive Visual Guide
By
DK
Contributor
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Item Type
Hardbound
Serial
16522
Publisher
DK
Description
360 pages
ISBN / ISSN No.
978-0241600481
Summay
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
DDC Classification No.
700
Accession No.
16522
Current Location
Neeti Bagh
Shelving location
4
Status
Available
Category
Crafts-Stone