Rock and gem
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Published
New York, N.Y. : DK Pub., [2008].
Physical Desc
360 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Status
Moab Library - Adult Non-fiction Book
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Published
New York, N.Y. : DK Pub., [2008].
Format
Book
Language
English
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Includes index.
Description
A great guidebook featuring full-color photos of hundreds of rocks and gems for collectors and enthusiasts, created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution and written by a geologist with decades of experience. Author Ronald Bonewitz started his career as a geologist specializing in crystal chemistry, worked as a mining scout in the field, and now serves as a gem, mineral, fossil, and antiquities expert at an auction houses. Rock and Gem combines his knowledge with hundreds of stunning photos from the Smithsonian's extensive collections, making professional-level knowledge accessible to readers of all experience levels. In addition to resources on each of several hundred individual rock and gem types, the book contains a compelling history of how rocks are formed, starting with the Big Bang up to the present day. It also includes a guide to starting your own collection as well as several fascinating feature boxes exploring topics like the Malachite Room in the Winter Palace and the superstitions surrounding the world-famous (or infamous) Hope Diamond.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Bonewitz, R., Carruthers, M. W., & Efthim, R. (2008). Rock and gem . DK Pub..
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Bonewitz, Ra, Margaret W. Carruthers and Richard. Efthim. 2008. Rock and Gem. DK Pub.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Bonewitz, Ra, Margaret W. Carruthers and Richard. Efthim. Rock and Gem DK Pub, 2008.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Bonewitz, Ra., Margaret W Carruthers, and Richard Efthim. Rock and Gem DK Pub., 2008.
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