Smithsonian Rock And Gem (2005)

by Ronald Bonewitz

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A fascinating encyclopedic reference on rocks and gems, including their identification, composition, and their use. Interesting topics such as the Malachite room in the Winter Palace and the collection of the Hope Diamond and the superstitions surrounding it are also covered in this guide.

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The definitive guide to rocks, minerals, gems and fossils

jhawn | Jul 31, 2017 |

This book tantalized me for the past year, so I finally broke down and bought it new, and I'm the kind of person who balks at paying more than $2 for a book, since I mostly buy used. As with all DK books, the photos are laid out beautifully and the editors use pop culture to reinforce data. An amazing value for its MSRP of $25. (

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YESterNOw | Jul 2, 2016 |

Purchased second hand to use as a resource. Colorful photos and good descriptions. (

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ronbolulu | Oct 28, 2011 |

This looks like one of the best rock and gem (and mineral) books I've ever seen! Jade and I both want to have it for ourselves!

wiccked | Apr 21, 2010 |

Gorgeous to look at and useful to use in identifying and learning about rocks and minerals. (

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A fascinating encyclopedic reference on rocks and gems, including their identification, composition, and their use. Interesting topics such as the Malachite room in the Winter Palace and the collection of the Hope Diamond and the superstitions surrounding it are also covered in this guide.

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