This is the first published guide to Herkimer diamonds, striking
quartz crystals, that includes all important aspects of interest to
anyone curious about this unique form of the mineral quartz. Over
210 vivid color images of important specimens, associated minerals,
and field shots illustrate the informative text and enhance the
reader s experience. The text includes the most recent scientific
information regarding Herkimer diamonds' geological and
mineralogical history, where they can currently be found,
descriptions of important historic locations, and the inclusion of
noteworthy peripheral localities. The specific methods used to
effectively field collect Herkimer diamonds are detailed, including
photos of mining methods and a discussion of collecting strategy.
Additionally, the mines are enumerated, the gear readers need is
detailed, specimen preparation, mineral collections, and associated
minerals recounted. This is the essential guide for every collector
of these well known and much sought minerals, a guide only a
seasoned field collector can provide."
General
Is the information for this product incomplete, wrong or inappropriate?
Let us know about it.
Does this product have an incorrect or missing image?
Send us a new image.
Is this product missing categories?
Add more categories.
Review This Product
No reviews yet - be the first to create one!
Welcome to Loot.co.za!
Sign in / Register |Wishlists & Gift Vouchers |Help | Advanced search
