Rocks, Gems and Minerals

By (author): "Raymond Perlman, Paul R. Shaffer, Herbert S. Zim"

Genres:Nonfiction books Science books Reference books Nature books Geology books

Publish Date: 1957

ISBN1582381321

ISBN139781582381329

AsinRocks, Gems and Minerals

Original titleRocks and Minerals: A Guide to Familiar Minerals, Gems, Ores and Rocks (Golden Guides)

This handy identification guide to the most common kinds of rocks and minerals offers concise and fascinating information on:Physical and chemical propertiesOrigins and geologic significanceGems and semiprecious stonesHow to find and collect specimensIllustrated in full color throughout, Rocks, Gems and Minerals is a gem of a guide for rockhounds and mineral collectors!