Minerals and Gemstones: 300 of the Earth's Natural Treasures
An accessible and informative guide to 300 minerals and gemstones, from simple sandstones to diamond, jade, and sanidine.
 
Discover the fascinating world of the treasures beneath your feet. Each entry in this mini-encyclopedia includes a beautiful color photo plus a key information table with specifications—color, luster, streak, hardness, specific gravity, cleavage, habit, and crystal system. Full of facts and with an engaging and expertly written text, this handy, pocket-size book is a valuable reference and a fascinating read.
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Minerals and Gemstones: 300 of the Earth's Natural Treasures
An accessible and informative guide to 300 minerals and gemstones, from simple sandstones to diamond, jade, and sanidine.
 
Discover the fascinating world of the treasures beneath your feet. Each entry in this mini-encyclopedia includes a beautiful color photo plus a key information table with specifications—color, luster, streak, hardness, specific gravity, cleavage, habit, and crystal system. Full of facts and with an engaging and expertly written text, this handy, pocket-size book is a valuable reference and a fascinating read.
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Minerals and Gemstones: 300 of the Earth's Natural Treasures

Minerals and Gemstones: 300 of the Earth's Natural Treasures

Minerals and Gemstones: 300 of the Earth's Natural Treasures

Minerals and Gemstones: 300 of the Earth's Natural Treasures

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An accessible and informative guide to 300 minerals and gemstones, from simple sandstones to diamond, jade, and sanidine.
 
Discover the fascinating world of the treasures beneath your feet. Each entry in this mini-encyclopedia includes a beautiful color photo plus a key information table with specifications—color, luster, streak, hardness, specific gravity, cleavage, habit, and crystal system. Full of facts and with an engaging and expertly written text, this handy, pocket-size book is a valuable reference and a fascinating read.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781782742593
Publisher: Amber Books
Publication date: 10/02/2018
Series: Mini Encyclopedia
Edition description: Reissue
Pages: 320
Product dimensions: 4.94(w) x 6.62(h) x (d)

About the Author

Dr. David Cook is a former research chemist and teacher.

Dr. Wendy Kirk is a lecturer in geology at University College London. She has 30 years’ experience curating geology collections.
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