Quantity Books about Rocks and Minerals Price
AUDUBON FIRST GUIDE TO ROCKS AND MINERALS ,Ricciuti & Carruthers. A valuable at-home reference and useful full-color field guide to over 150 rocks and minerals a beginner is most likely to find. 160 pgs.$10.95
Be Your Own Rock & Mineral Expert ,Pinet. Teaches children how to study the
evidence and figure out which type of rocks have been
found, how they're classified, and how to record what
they've observed. Includes hands-on-experiments. Color illustration. Hard cover, 38 pgs. $14.95
Everybody Needs a Rock , Baylor & Parnall. When children follow this author's highly individualistic rules for finding just the right rock for themselves, they may discover an understanding and interest for rocks as well. 31 pgs., Ages 3 to 7 years$5.95
Eyewitness Handbook of Rocks and Minerals , Pellant. Designed for beginners and experienced collectors alike, these field guides make identification of individual specimens sure, simple and straightforward. 256 pgs.$18.95
Field Collecting Gemstones and Minerals , Sinkankas. Useful guide to recognizing signs of mineral and gem deposits, trip preparation and technique. 398 pgs.$25.00
Handbook of Crystal and Mineral Collecting , Sanborn. Describes minerals and crystals, their physical properties, where and how to collect them, different types of collections and methods of housing, cataloging and labeling. Illustrated. 82 pgs. $3.50
Lets Go Rock Collecting , Gans. Easy-to-understand text introduces children ages 5 to 9 to rocks, how they are formed, what they are made of, and how they are used. Orginal color artworkand color photos. 32 pgs.$4.95
Mineral Collector's Handbook ,Krause. A guide to the fascinating hobby of mineral collecting. Teaches the reader how to identify and classify different rocks and mineral deposits. Over 200 color illustrations of both museum quality stones and everyday rocks will make this book of interest to every collector. Hard cover 192 pgs.$24.95
Minerals of the World , Schumann.
Identify over 500 of the most collectible mineralsquickly and easily with full color photos and descriptive text. 224 pgs.
$14.95
Peterson Field Guide to Rocks and Minerals , Pough. Detailed description of 270 minerals:geographic distribution, physical properties, chemical composition, crystalline structure and more. Simple procedures and tests to ensure accurate Identificaion. Portable format, color photos, 320 pgs.$18.00
Peterson First Guide to Rocks and Minerals ,Pough. A simplified pocket field guide to common gems, ores, and other rocks and minerals. Beautiful color photos and concise descriptions introduce the beginner to the subject. 128 pgs.$5.95
Rocks and Minerals (a Golden Guide) ,Handy identification guides for student or collector. Includes all-color illustrations and descriptions. 160pgs.$5.95
Simon & Schuster's Guide to Rocks & Minerals ,Prinz, Harlow & Peters. A practical field guide. Incluses more than 1000 illustration, 600 in spectacular full color. 608 pgs.$17.00
The Lake Superior Agate ,Scott F. Wolter. This Third Edition includes color and black and white photos, explains the different types of lakers, and gets into finding and the value of the Lake Superior Agate. 125 pgs. Signed copies while supply lasts.$24.95
The Rockhound & Prospector's Bible , Ettinger. Reference and study guide to rocks, minerals, gemstones and prospecting. Describes minerals and gold locations in geological terms. Illustrated throughout with charts and tables. 136 pgs.$9.95
The Rockhound's Handbook , Mitchell. Learn about rock and mineral formation, tools, identification, finding minerals in the field, legal aspects, preparation and preservation, cutting and polishing and making jewelry from your finds. Numerous illustrations and B/W photos. Color photos highlight over 50 of the most commonly encountered minerals. 194 pgs.$12.95
Ultraviolet Light And Fluorescent , Understanding collecting and displaying fluorescent minerals. Warren. The fascinating nature of fluorescent minerals has compelled many people to explore its mysteries. This book provides information on the nature if ultraviolet light, how it causes fluorescence, and mineral fluorescence as a hobby. Also included are discussions of major fluorescent minerals and mineral groups and techniques for collecting them. 209 pgs.$14.95
WORKING WITH ROCKS
Advanced Cabochan Cutting , Cox. Learn how to master special shaped cabochon cutting, assembled stones, star stones, and cat's eyes. Special sections on opal and jade. 64 pgs. $4.50
AMERICAN LAPIDARY DESIGNING THE CARVED GEMSTONE , Henry Hunt. Written by one of America's leading lapidaries, this book includes detailed cutting instructions for : Angular designs, Fantasy Cut, Curvilinear designs, Organic designs, Laminated stone, Lathe turning and milling, Combination forms, and Tool making. 191 pgs.$25.00
Art of Gem Cutting , by Drake. Tells how to buy rough stones, cut the gems, choose equipment, and use equiment. It gets the reader started on the right path and builds an interest in many phases of the hobby of gem cutting. 96 pgs.$4.50
Basics of Bead Stringing , A Complete Illustrated Approch For Beginner And Advanced Designer. Anderson. This newly designed little book offers step-by-step lessons with artistic design tips for creating necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and more. 64 pgs.$6.95
Cabochan Cutting , by Cox. Illustrations, photos, and detailed instructions show how to cut a cabochan. Everything to start a craftperson on the way to expert cutting. Answers all the questions from dropping to setting stones. 64 pgs.$4.50
Contemporary Wire Wrapped Jewelry , by Leonard. Clear, consise text, detailed photos, and full size patterns accompany twelve representative projects. A section on designing from scratch teaches you the skills needed to create your own original jewlery. A full-color inset that can be made with just a few simple tools. Lay-flat binding. 144 pgs.$15.95
Facet Cutters Handbook , by Soukup. This book contains everything one needs to know in order to facet gemstones expertly. Includes twenty-two beautiful cuts. 64 pgs.$4.00
Gem Tumbling and Baroque Jewelry , by Victors. A guide for amateurs. Includes how to build a tumbler. 59 pgs. $4.50
Gemstone Tumbling Instructions(for rotating tumbler) , by Lortone, inc. Same booklet that is enclosed in Lortone tumblers$2.00
Handbook Of Gemstone Carving , by Wertz. Complete guide with step by step instructions for carving flat work, carvings in the round and portraits in stone. Includes equipment and tools needed to carve gemstones. 48 pgs.$4.50
How To Make Wire Jewelry by , Jenkins. Step by Step instructions and illustrations show how to use inexpensive tools and supplies to make pins, pendants, chains, rings, bracelets, earrings, stickpins, and novelties. 32 pgs. $5.00
How to Tumble Polish Gemstones , by Wexler. How to turn pebbles and rough stones into sparkling jewels. Guide to tumbling equitment. Illistrated in color and B/W photos. 32 pgs.$5.00
How To Tumble Polish Rocks Into Gems , by Smith. The "secrets of the pros" are set forth in instructions, guidlines, and methods developed over 40 years. 102 pgs.$14.95
How To Use Diamond Abrasives , by Riggie. How to cut cabochons and small flats using diamond abrasives. Subjects include trim sawing, slab saving, grinding, dopping, smoothing, polishing, and equipment. Illustrated in color. 30 pgs.$4.50
Moods in Wire , Sinclair. Comprehensive guide to the fine art of wire wrapping. Describes the basic tools and materials needed to make bracelets, earrings, pendants, pins and more. Color photos and spiral binding. 112 pgs.$24.95
Pro-Am Tumbling Guide , A.V. Ridge. Little different from other tumbling instructions. Simple to read. 30 pgs.$1.95
FINDING ROCKS & MINERALS
Coast to Coast Gem Atlas , Johnson. Overview maps of gem finding locations throughout the Continental U.S. Includes site information and local rock shops. 59 pgs.$10.00
Collecting Arkansas Minerals : A Reference Guide. Smith. This book contains over 40 locations for gathering minerals in Arkansas. B/W and color photographs. 149 pgs.$14.95
Desert Gem Trails , Strong. Field guide to the gems and minerals of the Mohave and Colorado Deserts. Includes maps and photos 80 pgs.$5.00
FEE MINING ADVENTURES AND ROCK HUNTING EXPEDITIONS IN THE U.S. , Monaco. This directory will help collectors locate over 120 fee mines and other places to hunt rocks and minerals throughout the country. Seasons, days and hours of operation are included for each site as well as the address, directions, cost, tools and supplies needed. Organized by region, it is an invaluable guide for the gem hunter. 144 pgs.$11.95
GEM TRAILS OF ARIZONA , Mitchell. Third edition of a best selling guide covering over 77 colecting sites. Maps, detailed text and photos lead the collector to sites as diverse as the rocks and minerals found there. Color photos highlight specimens from azurite to wulfenite. Indexed by location and by mineral. 184 pgs.$9.95
GEM TRAILS OF COLORADO ,Mitchell. This indispensable guide provides clear maps, concise directions, detailed tex and B/W photos highlighting over 75 collecting sites. A section of color photos aid in identifying the rocks and minerals found at the end of the gem trail. 144 pgs.$9.95
GEM TRAILS OF NEVADA ,Mitchell. Maps, photos and detailed text describe where to go and what to look for at over 50 sites throughout the state of Nevada. Includes mineral locator index. 119 pgs.$6.95
GEM TRAILS OF NEW MEXICO ,Mitchell. New Mexico is a rockhound's paradise--122,000 sparsely populated square miles with large amounts of public land available for collecting. From micro-mount and gem quality mineral specimens to fossil pieces containing life forms that are millions of years old, there is something of interest to both the novice and experienced collector. Contains informative text and maps for 65 trail and a beautiful color insert highlighting the variety of minerals found in New Mexico. 160 pgs.$9.95
GEM TRAILS OF OREGON ,Mitchell. From agate to zeolite, this completely revised edition introduces 25 new locations containing 40 collecting sites. Detailed maps and text lead collectors to more than 80 of the best locations throughout the state. Color and B/W photos highlight collecting areas and the specimens found there 192 pgs.$10.95
GEM TRAILS OF PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY ,Stepanski & Snow. Leads the collector to over 47 sites where beautiful mineral specimens and fossils can be found. Authoritative text includes information on equipment, clubs and tourist attractions. B/W photos, detailed maps, and a striking color insert will entice the reader to "hit the trail" 160 pgs. $10.95
GEM TRAILS OF TEXAS ,Mitchell. Popular guide to Texas gem trails. Includes 46 of the best sites in the state. Maps, photos and clear, exact directions include what to look for at each site 104 pgs.$6.95
GEM TRAILS OF UTAH ,Mitchell.
Welcome to rockhounding in Utah. In this the latest edition of a classic best-selling guide, the gem hunter is led to landscape as diverse as the gems, minerals, and fossils found there. B/W photos highlight the collecting area. A special color section aids in identifying the specimens. This invaluable book is for both the rockhound who is just starting out and the collector who has been discovering Utah's treasures for years 168 pgs.$9.95
GEM & MINERAL COLLECTOR'S GUIDE TO IDAHO , Ream. Maps and information cover collecting sites for numerous minerals found throughout the state. About 20 sites. 34 pgs.$5.95
GEM,MINERAL and Fossil GUIDE TO Montana , Ream. Directions and maps to 21 popular collecting sites in Montana Many illustrations. 40 pages$5.95
MIDWEST GEM, FOSSIL AND MINERAL TRAILS:GREAT LAKES STATES , Zeitner. How and where to find materials in Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. Includes maps and photos. 96 pgs.$10.95
MIDWEST GEM, FOSSIL AND MINERAL TRAILS:PRAIRIE STATES , Zeitner, First published in 1955, this updated edition describes where and what to collect in Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Iowa, how to information and additional help in each state. 128 pgs.$10.95
WESTERN GEM HUNTERS ATLAS ,Johnson. Covers rock locations from California to the Dakotas, British Columbia to Texas. 80 pgs.$8.00
NEW AGE BOOKS
LOVE IS IN THE EARTH: A Kaleidoscope of Crystals , Melody. Comprehensive reference book addressing the metaphysical properties of hundreds of minerals, correlated to the astrological signs. Takes the reader on an intimate journey into the subtle realms of crystal energy 726 pgs. pgs.$18.95
LOVE IS IN THE EARTH:Kaleidoscopic Pictorial Supplement A. , Melody. The newest book in this popular series is a supplement to Melody's Love Is in the Earth:A Kaleidoscope of Crystals Update and Love Is inthe Earth:Mineralogical Pictorial. It updates the "old" crystals and includes descriptions and photographs of over 100 new minerals. 380 pgs.$18.95
LOVE IS IN THE EARTH: Laying-on-of-Stones , Melody. Said to be the most comprehensive volume on the laying-on-of-stones. Includes a mineralogical update, information addressing Master Numbers, and a cross-reference index of astrological signs and their associated minerals. 273 pgs.$12.95
LOVE IS IN THE EARTH:Mineralogical Pictorial , Melody. Extensive mineralogical pictorial containing color photos of hundreds of minerals with molecular formulae, description, and localities found. 409 pgs.$27.95
