Complete 2014 Catalog

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BOOKS - COLLECTING, GEOLOGY

CaliforniaRocks:AGuide toGeological Sites in the Golden State. Baylor. Exploreand learnabout 65publicly accessible locales throughout California. Illustrates thedynamicgeologyof the state. From lava tubes and bubbling mud pots to erupting geysers and creeping landslides. Color photos, maps, glossary and explana- tory text for each location. 128 pages 240-192...............6 oz...................... 16.00 DK Smithsonian Rock and Gem: The Definitive Guide to Rocks, Minerals, Gems and Fossils Displays every feature of the Earth’s geo- logic splendor. Striking visual profiles for accurate identification. Advice on how to cut, polish and display objects. 360 page 240-436.............. 2 lbs....................... 24.95 DK Smithsonian Books Designed for beginners and experienced collectors alike, these field guides make identification of individual specimens sure, simple and straightforward. Each entry has a full color illustration as well as color-coded bands that provide at-a- glance facts for quick reference. Easy to use and beautiful to look at, this series is an invaluable resource for every collector. Soft Cover, 5 3 ⁄ 4 " x 8 1 ⁄ 2 ". Handbook of Gemstones Hall. 180 pages. 240-439.......................1 lb.............. 20.00 Handbook of Fossils Walker & Ward. 320 pages. 240-440..................... 2 lbs.............. 20.00 Handbook of Rocks and Minerals Pellant 256 pages 240-438............... 1 lb 8 oz.............. 20.00 Geodes: Nature’s Treasures Cross & Zeitner. A stunning full color exploration of Geodes from how they are created to where they are mined. Looks at the exquisite variety of crystal forms within. Soft Cover 304 pages. 240-194.............. 2 lbs....................... 19.95 Golden Guides Handy reference guides to add pleasure and knowledge to your hobby. 4" x 6" size makes them easy to take along on field trips. All have color illustrations. Clear, concise descriptions written by experts. Average 160 pages. Rocks and Minerals 240-414........... 6 oz........................... 6.95 Fossils 240-415........... 6 oz........................... 6.95 Geology 240-416........... 6 oz........................... 6.95

Geology Underfoot Series Ahands-on series about getting out of your car andout among the rocks and landforms. Will inform and entertain you, regardless of your knowledge level of geology. DeathValley andOwensValley - 325 pgs 240-181........... 1 lb..........................20.00 Illinois - 306 pgs 240-182........... 1 lb..........................20.00 Northern Arizona - 324 pgs 240-183........... 1 lb..........................18.00 Southern California - 224 pg s 240-184........... 1 lb..........................14.00 Southern Utah - 292 pg s 240-185........... 1 lb..........................20.00 Yosemite National Park - 304 pg s 240-186........... 1 lb..........................24.00 Minerals of theWorld Schumann. Revised and updated. This photo-filled field guide presents 500 of the most collectable minerals along with the author's unique system for quick identification. Brilliant color photos are color-coded to make this a great reference guide. Hard cover. 232pgs. 240-309................. 1 lb.................... 14.95 Minerals, Fossils and Fluorescents of Arizona: A Field Guide for Collectors Bearce. Features 90 collecting sites with photos, topographic maps and GPS coor- dinates. Covers basic science of minerals, fossils, and fluorescents with geological formations at each site and the propter ties of minerals. 402 pgs. 240-491................1 lb..................... 29.00 Simon & Schuster's Guide to Gems and Precious Stones Lyman. Over 450 full-color photos and comprehensive entries on the major gems andprecious stones of theworld. 384pgs. 240-301..................... 1 lb...............17.99 Simon&Schuster's Guide to Rocks and Minerals Prinz, Harlow, Peters. Includes over 1000 illustrations, 600 in full color. Contains precise informationonappearance, classifi- cationand formationon rocks andminerals. 608pages. 240-300A.................. 1 lb...............19.00 Collecting Rocks, Gems and Minerals Polk. Identification,Values, Lapidary Uses. Revised and expanded 2nd edition. Easy- to-use book is actually three guides in one. Learn how and where to find and identify rocks and minerals. 242-306.................18 oz................ 19.99

Fee Mining and Rockhounding Adven- tures in the West Monaco Revised edition covers over 100 collecting locations, 153 museums, caves, points of interest and local festivals throughout 19 states. Lists seasons, hours, directions, cost, tools and supplies needed. Invaluable guide. 240 pgs 240-563........... 8 oz.........................15.95 Fee Mining and Mineral Adventures in the Eastern U.S Monaco Revised and updated to include 294 places to visit in 31 states. Includes 86 digging sites, plus caves, museums and other points of interest. 264 pgs 240-564........... 8 oz..........................15.95 Brown&Allan. Provides the basic ground- work for understanding and identifying common rocks by addressing the general nature and three main classifications of rocks and the component minerals that make them. 59 pages. 240-483................ 8 oz.................... 5.95 Illustrated Guide to Common Rocks and Their Minerals