With easy-to-follow instructions on how to extract, trim, preserve, store and exhibit gemstones and minerals, this guide does a superb job of introducing beginners to the science of field collecting.
Featuring clear and interesting illustrations, Field Collecting Gemstones and Minerals covers the fundamental aspects of mineral collecting, including how to plan for trips, read topographic maps and use various tools on your hunt for new specimens.
Also included is information about the geology of mineral formation, as well as how to identify, prepare, display and market your finds. John Sinkankas writes in an accessible, enjoyable style that have made his books trusted favorites for decades.
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John Sinkankas Imprint: Echo Point Books & Media Edition: Reprint ed. Dimensions:
Height: 229mm,
Width: 152mm,
Spine: 24mm
Weight: 726g ISBN:9781635618396 ISBN 10: 1635618398 Pages: 418 Publication Date:18 February 2019 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active