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Collecting Rocks, Gems and Minerals - 3rd Edition by Patti Polk (Paperback)

Collecting Rocks, Gems and Minerals - 3rd Edition by  Patti Polk (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>A rockhound's must-have resource!</b> <p/> Easy to use and lavishly illustrated, this new and completely revised and expanded edition of <i>Collecting Rocks, Gems, and Minerals</i> is designed with beginners in mind, yet filled with valuable technical information for seasoned collectors. This guide takes you from being simply someone who enjoys rocks to a knowledgeable enthusiast in no time and features: <p/> - An easy-to-use, quick reference format arranged by category and color of stone<br> - 800+ beautiful color photographs<br> - Values and tips for locating, buying and collecting<br> - Both lapidary and mineral display materials<br> - Decades of rock-collecting know-how of the author<br>Foreword by Johann Zenz, world-renowned agate expert, author and lecturer.<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Author <b>Patti Polk</b> is recognized as one of the top agate collectors in the world (as noted in the highly respected reference book <i>Agates III</i> by Johann Zenz). She has been collecting, cutting and polishing rocks for jewelry and display for more than 20 years. She has been published in <i>Rock & Gem</i> magazine and numerous other periodicals, and speaks at rock and mineral club programs and frequently serves as a trail guide for visitors to Arizona. Patti is a skilled lapidary artist, which includes the cutting and polishing of the stones into display specimens or cabochons for jewelry making.

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