Rock and Gem: The Definitive Guide to Rocks, Minerals, Gemstones, and Fossils
Product ID: 10759201
💎Detailed ID & care for gems & minerals
📚Smithsonian-backed authoritative content
📸450+ vivid specimen photos
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💎 Own the ultimate guide to Earth's dazzling secrets!
- SMITHSONIAN APPROVED EXPERTISE - Trust the accuracy and depth from the world’s largest museum complex.
- UNLOCK EARTHS HIDDEN TREASURES - Explore 450+ rocks, minerals, and fossils with stunning visuals and expert insights.
- MASTER THE ART OF ROCK COLLECTING - Get practical tips on cutting, polishing, and displaying your prized finds.
- A COFFEE TABLE CONVERSATION STARTER - Elevate your space with a visually rich, intellectually stimulating guide that sparks curiosity.
- FROM ANCIENT ORIGINS TO MODERN MARVELS - Discover fascinating stories behind iconic gems like the Hope diamond and Great Mogul emerald.
Rock and Gem: The Definitive Guide to Rocks, Minerals, Gemstones, and Fossils is a Smithsonian-endorsed, richly illustrated reference featuring over 450 specimens. This comprehensive guide blends scientific accuracy with captivating stories and practical advice, making it an essential resource for collectors, enthusiasts, and professionals alike.
Specifications
| Dimensions | 7.24 x 0.91 x 9.25 inches |
| Edition | Reprint |
| Isbn 10 | 0756633427 |
| Isbn 13 | 978-0756633424 |
| Item Weight | 2.08 pounds |
| Language | English |
| Print Length | 360 pages |
| Publication Date | February 4, 2008 |
| Publisher | DK |
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