Gemstones of Afghanistan

Gemstones of Afghanistan

Author: Gary W. Bowersox

Publisher: GeoVision, Inc.

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 220

ISBN-13: 9780945005193

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A richly illustrated volume directed to gemologists and serious gem collectors.


Rockhounding Montana

Rockhounding Montana

Author: Montana Hodges

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2015-10-15

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 149301448X

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With this informative, fully updated and revised guide, you can explore the mineral-rich region of Montana. It describes the state's best rockhounding sites and covers popular and commerical sites as well as numerous little-known areas. This handy guide also descirbes how to collect specimens, includes maps and directions to each site, and lists rockhound clubs around the state. This is truly a complete guide to popular collecting sites in Montana and source-book brimming with advice that can be of use to both the novice and the experienced rockhounder.


Rock and Fossil Hunter

Rock and Fossil Hunter

Author: Ben Morgan

Publisher:

Published: 2015-03-06

Total Pages: 72

ISBN-13: 9781484446591

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Become an explorer of the rock & fossil world. Discover the wonderful world of rocks and fossils with more than 30 easy-to-do fun activities, plus stunning pictures and amazing facts.


Gem Trails of Southern California

Gem Trails of Southern California

Author: James R. Mitchell

Publisher:

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 190

ISBN-13:

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Detailed maps and descriptive text lead the rock-hound to over 70 of the best sites from San Luis Obispo to the Mexican border.


A Guide to Finding Gemstones, Gold, Minerals & Rocks

A Guide to Finding Gemstones, Gold, Minerals & Rocks

Author: W. Dan Hausel

Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub

Published: 2014-09-25

Total Pages: 370

ISBN-13: 9781502513885

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Follow in the footsteps of successful gem and gold hunters and search the hills for rough diamonds, colored gemstones, lapidary minerals, precious metals and interesting minerals and rocks. Written for the geoscientist, prospector and rockhound; the first part of the book focuses on physical characteristics of gems and minerals. This is supplemented with the second part of the book that describes dozens upon dozens of colored gem, diamond, gold, mineral and rock localities using the Public Land Survey System and GPS coordinates so the reader can visit these sites on a home computer with aerial and satellite imagery to gain an understanding of what to look for in the field. With these same coordinates, the reader can visit some occurrences, deposits and areas suggested for prospecting to further their gem hunter prospecting education and potentially lead to new discoveries. Now you can learn what to look for when searching for Mother Nature's treasure.


Secrets of the Gem Trade

Secrets of the Gem Trade

Author: Richard W. Wise

Publisher:

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780972822381

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The definitive book for anyone wanting to learn how the best gemologists in the world evaluate precious gems, and what makes one stone merely a good stone versus a truly fabulous museum-quality gem. The author, Richard W. Wise, is one of the world's foremost gemologists.


Gem Trails of Utah

Gem Trails of Utah

Author: James R. Mitchell

Publisher:

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780935182873

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Welcome to rockhounding in Utah. In this best-selling guide, the gem hunter is led to landscapes as diverse as the gems, minerals, and fossils found there. B/W photos highlight the collecting area. A special color section aids in identifying the specimens. Ideal for both the rockhound who is just starting out and for the collector who has been discovering Utah's treasures for years.


The Secret Teachings of Gemcutting

The Secret Teachings of Gemcutting

Author: Justin Prim

Publisher:

Published: 2021-07

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9781737057802

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The Secret Teachings of Gemcutting is a collection of classic gemstone designs spanning 500 years. The designs are presented with full color photos, historical information, cutting advice, and design information. These are industry standard designs for the gem and jewelry trade for all the major gemstone cutting centers around the world. This collection marks the first time the designs have been compiled for public consumption. This volume will prove useful to both gemcutters who want to cut these essential designs and to jewelers who would like a visual aid to present different gemstone styles to their customers. Aside from the designs, the introductory chapters of the book contain invaluable information about gemstone design, optics, gem physics, modifying designs, pairing rough gems with an appropriate design, and more.