Smithsonian Rock And Gem
by Ronald Bonewitz
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Provides a look at the world's diverse rocks and gems, covering more than 450 different specimens, along with detailed descriptions, identification tips, classification information, and practical advice on gem and rock collecting.Tags
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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.
Purchased second hand to use as a resource. Colorful photos and good descriptions.
Gorgeous to look at and useful to use in identifying and learning about rocks and minerals.
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!
The definitive guide to rocks, minerals, gems and fossils
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Author Information
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Dr Ronald Bonewitz trained as a geologist and has consulted on archaeological excavations in the United States. He has travelled extensively in Yucatan, interviewed Maya Indians, and explored unmapped Maya sites on the island of Cozumel. He is the author of several books.
Common Knowledge
- Canonical title
- Smithsonian Rock And Gem
- Original publication date
- 2005
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- Members
- 349
- Popularity
- 90,257
- Reviews
- 5
- Rating
- (4.48)
- Languages
- English, Hungarian
- Media
- Paper
- ISBNs
- 8
- UPCs
- 2
- ASINs
- 2
