Collecting Agates and Jaspers of North America

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Patti Polk

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Krause Publications
09 December 2013

Geology & the lithosphere; Rocks, minerals & fossils

Treasures of the Earth

From the author of Collecting Rocks, Gems and Minerals and one of the leading agate collectors in the world, comes this comprehensive guide to collecting agates and jaspers, the most sought after types of collectible rocks on the market today. Designed with all beginners in mind, yet filled with valuable technical information for advanced enthusiasts, Collecting Agates and Jaspers helps rockhounds discover these treasures of North America.

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The only book on agates and jaspers to offer values. .

Featuring nearly 700 beautiful color pictures, descriptions and technical information, the book provides an easy-to-use, quick reference format perfect for home and field. .

Organized by U.S. states and provinces in Canada and Mexico, with introductions pinpointing each area's best spots and what you can find there.

By: Patti Polk
Imprint: Krause Publications
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 146mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 549g
ISBN: 9781440237454
ISBN 10: 144023745X
Pages: 272
Publication Date: 09 December 2013
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Author Patti Polk is recognized as one of the top agate collectors in the world (as noted in the highly respected reference book Agates III by Johann Zenz). Author of Collecting Rocks, Gems and Minerals, Polk has been collecting, cutting and polishing rocks for jewelry and display for more than 20 years. She has been published in Rock & Gem magazine and numerous other periodicals; she speaks at rock and mineral club programs and frequently serves as a trail guide for visitors to Arizona.