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Keokuk Geodes

Easily Find and Collect Iowa's World-Famous Geodes

Jim Magnuson

$17.99

Spiral bound

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English
Adventure Publications, Incorporated
21 May 2026
Uncover the secrets of Keokuk Geodes with this pocket-size booklet-perfect for identifying, collecting, and displaying these crystal treasures of nature.

Whether you're a seasoned rockhound, a curious beginner, or a geology enthusiast, keep this convenient guide close at hand. Written by expert collector Jim Magnuson, this beautiful booklet is packed with everything you need to know about the world-famous geodes found in southeastern Iowa, northeastern Missouri, and western Illinois, with the epicenter around Keokuk, Iowa.

Begin with an introduction to these natural wonders, including their geography and how they form. Learn about the annual festival devoted to these geodes, including a bit of local history and points of interest. Then let the rock hunting begin! You'll get expert insights on where to look and what to look for, as well as essential safety tips. An identification section introduces you to 25 types of geodes, with details about the kinds of crystals and cubes inside-showcasing quartz, calcite, pyrite, UV-reactive minerals, and more. You'll also appreciate Jim's advice on how to open your finds and some of the best ways to display them.

Bring this durable, lightweight quick guide along on your next rockhounding trip and discover why Keokuk Geodes have earned their place among the most fascinating natural wonders.

Quick guide features:

Pocket-size format-easier than laminated foldouts Identification guide to 25 important types of geodes Expert guidance on finding, opening, and displaying geodes Information about commercial dig sites and hunting locations Safety tips, festival information, and more
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Imprint:   Adventure Publications, Incorporated
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 190mm,  Width: 111mm,  Spine: 12mm
ISBN:   9781647554880
ISBN 10:   1647554888
Pages:   24
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Spiral bound
Publisher's Status:   Active
Keokuk Geode Geography and Geode Formation The Keokuk Geode Festival Local History and Points of Interest Where to Find Keokuk Geodes Geode Hunting Overview Hunting Tips & Safety Geode Identification Guide Fossils Opening Geodes Display & Decorative Ideas Reference Information About the Author

Rockhounding is more than a hobby for Jim Magnuson; it's a serious and rewarding avocation that helps him connect with nature. He has been an avid hunter and student of various gems, minerals, and fossils since his childhood. Jim conducts in-depth and hands-on agate hunting and lapidary workshops. He is also a member of the Cuyuna Rock, Gem & Mineral Society and the Minnesota Mineral Club. He lives in central Minnesota.

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