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Comprehensive Rock and Mineral Field Guides
1
Beginner-friendly guide to North American geology.
Identifies common rocks, minerals, and fossils.
User-friendly, highly visual format for easy understanding.
Includes 160 entries with key identification points.
Features photographs and expert illustrations.
Perfect for all ages interested in geology.
Guides on where to hunt and identify specimens.
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Price Range: $11.66
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Engaging seek-and-find dinosaur adventure for kids.
Colorful illustrations bring dinosaurs to life.
26 pages filled with hidden dinosaur discoveries.
Encourages early learning and observation skills.
Perfect for shared reading between parents and children.
Recommended for ages 5 and up.
Hardcover design ensures durability and lasting fun.
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Price Range: $9.99
Color: 7 positive
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Engaging introduction to geology for young readers.
Identification guide for 75 common rocks and minerals.
Full-color photographs enhance learning experience.
Includes safety tips for outdoor rock collecting.
Step-by-step “how to” section for beginners.
Promotes family bonding through nature exploration.
Encourages curiosity about Earth and its treasures.
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Price Range: $8.99
4
Explore the fastest dinosaurs in history.
Written by acclaimed dinosaur expert Don Lessem.
Discover their habitats and lifestyles.
Learn about their extinction events.
Meet Gallimimus, Struthiomimus, and more.
Engaging illustrations and easy-to-read format.
Perfect for young dinosaur enthusiasts!
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Price Range: $4.99
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Comprehensive guide to Michigan's rocks and minerals.
Full-color photographs for easy identification.
96 detailed entries of common and rare specimens.
Quick identification guide by color and characteristics.
Range maps show common locations for specimens.
Expert insights from seasoned authors.
Fun and informative for collectors and enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $12.89
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Comprehensive guide to over 375 fossils.
Includes 950+ stunning photographs and illustrations.
Expert insights on fossil identification and geology.
Features detailed entries for each fossil type.
Captivating artwork recreates original plant and animal forms.
Essential for fossil enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Updated edition with the latest fossil findings.
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Price Range: $20.45
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Comprehensive guide for beginners and experienced collectors. Identify gems, fossils, and geological formations easily. Discover best rockhounding locations across the globe. Learn essential tools and techniques for collecting. Insights into fossil hunting and cataloging specimens. Ethical guidelines for responsible fieldwork practices. Interactive maps and bonus video guides included.
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Price Range: $32.97
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Explore hundreds of minerals, gems, and rocks.
Illustrated entries for easy identification and understanding.
Learn about mineral formation and uses.
Includes organic minerals like pearls and corals.
Perfect for geology students and collectors alike.
Fact-packed, engaging, and informative resource.
Discover extraordinary mineral treasures of our planet.
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Price Range: $10.99
9
Comprehensive guide with over 700 minerals.
Grouped by color for easy reference.
Clear photographs opposite detailed data.
Includes chemical formulas and properties.
Features crystal form diagrams for many minerals.
Useful glossary and mineral collecting introduction.
Convenient field reference with measuring rule.
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Price Range: $21.79
10
Essential guide for Pacific Coast rock enthusiasts.
Identify 52 common rocks and minerals easily.
Organized by appearance for quick identification.
Durable, tear-resistant pages for field use.
Compact, tabbed booklet fits in your pocket.
Based on best-selling field guides by Lynch.
Perfect for rock-hunting adventures along the coast.
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Price Range: $7.99
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Comprehensive guide for novice rockhounds.
Discover valuable tips for finding treasures.
Learn safe cleaning and polishing techniques.
Perfect for outdoor adventures or armchair exploration.
Understand local sources for unique minerals.
Enhance your rock collecting experience effortlessly.
Enjoy nature while discovering geological wonders.
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Price Range: $15.04
12
Comprehensive guide for rockhounding enthusiasts.
Lavishly illustrated with 800+ color photographs.
Easy reference format by category and color.
Valuable tips for locating and collecting stones.
Includes lapidary and mineral display materials.
Suitable for beginners and seasoned collectors alike.
Foreword by renowned expert Johann Zenz.
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Price Range: $15.89
13
Comprehensive guide for Washington and Oregon rocks.
Features 124 detailed rock and mineral entries.
Full-color photographs for easy identification.
Quick identification guide by color and characteristics.
Range maps show common locations for specimens.
Expert insights from authors Dan and Bob Lynch.
Perfect for beginners and experienced collectors alike.
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Price Range: $13.13
14
Discover hidden rockhounding beaches along the coast.
Find vibrant agates, jaspers, and ancient fossils.
Detailed guide from experienced rockhound M. J. Grover.
Insights and practical tips for successful hunting.
Learn about tides and responsible collecting practices.
Explore renowned sites in Washington and Oregon.
Perfect for beginners and seasoned rockhounding enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $15.53
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Features 96 rocks and minerals from the Midwest.
Full-color photographs for easy identification.
Quick identification guide by color and characteristics.
Range maps show common occurrence locations.
Expert insights from authors Dan R. Lynch.
Easy-to-use format for field identification.
Perfect guide for rock and mineral enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $13.39
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Comprehensive guide for Minnesota's rocks and minerals.
Features 90 detailed specimen entries.
Full-color photographs for easy identification.
Quick identification by color and characteristics.
Range maps show common locations for specimens.
Authors’ expertise enhances identification accuracy.
Fun and informative for all collectors.
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Price Range: $10.37
Color: Colorless to white
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Comprehensive guide for Lake Superior agates.
Full-color photographs for easy identification.
Includes agates from four states and Ontario.
30 unique specimens with detailed entries.
Identification tips and look-alike information included.
Range maps show common locations for specimens.
Perfect for beginners and experienced collectors.
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Price Range: $11.71
18
Must-have guide for Colorado rock enthusiasts.
Features full-color photographs for easy identification.
Comprehensive entries for 115 Colorado specimens.
Quick Identification Guide based on color and characteristics.
Range maps show common occurrences of specimens.
Professional photography enhances identification accuracy.
Expert insights make collecting fun and informative.
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Price Range: $12.99
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Explore over 150 rockhounding sites in New Mexico.
Find vibrant minerals, gemstones, and fossils easily.
Detailed county-by-county collecting site information included.
Discover smithsonite at Magdalena's Kelly Mine.
Uncover quartz "diamonds" along the Pecos River.
Learn about Pennsylvanian marine fossils in Jemez Canyon.
Includes eleven museums and eight national parks.
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Price Range: $19.89
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Identify over 500 rocks and minerals easily.
Stunning photographs highlight unique characteristics.
Clear visual keys for accurate identification.
Quick-reference technical details included for each entry.
Comprehensive guide for beginners and enthusiasts alike.
Learn about rock and mineral classification.
Perfect gift for geology and earth science lovers.
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Price Range: $19.99
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Comprehensive guide for agate and jasper collectors.
Includes values for sought-after collectible rocks.
Nearly 700 stunning color photographs included.
Perfect for beginners and advanced enthusiasts alike.
Organized by U.S. states and Canadian provinces.
Highlights best collecting spots in North America.
Easy-to-use reference for home and field use.
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Price Range: $16.89
22
Comprehensive reference on larger benthic foraminifera.
Revised second edition with extensive new analysis.
Documents biostratigraphic ranges and paleoecological significance.
Essential for understanding oil-bearing sedimentary basins.
Includes palaeogeographic interpretation of marine history.
Features new research from multiple global regions.
Illustrated with examples of key species and families.
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Price Range: $1.53
23
Essential guide for beginners rockhounding around Michigan.
Visual guide to identifying shoreline stones easily.
Detailed descriptions and characteristics for each rock.
Invaluable tips and tricks for successful beachcombing.
Tools and techniques for confident rock hunting.
Creative rock crafting ideas for your collection.
Turn nature exploration into lifelong memories.
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Price Range: $17.95
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Comprehensive guide to rocks, gems, and minerals.
Illustrated in full color for easy identification.
Covers physical and chemical properties clearly.
Explains origins and geologic significance effectively.
Includes information on gems and semiprecious stones.
Teaches how to find and collect specimens.
Ideal for rockhounds and mineral collectors alike.
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Price Range: $8.54
Material: 3 positive
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Comprehensive guide for beginner rockhounding enthusiasts.
Learn to find precious minerals and gems.
Techniques for cleaning, cutting, and polishing rocks.
Full-color photos for easy rock identification.
Perfect for outdoor adventures or armchair geologists.
Tips for sourcing local rockhounding locations.
Enhance your collection and knowledge of geology.
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Price Range: $16.34
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Explore over 450 rock and mineral specimens.
High-quality images enhance identification and understanding.
Learn folklore and history of unique gems.
Practical advice on collecting and displaying finds.
Expert insights for budding gemmologists and rockhounds.
Comprehensive guide for all mineral enthusiasts.
Uncover fascinating stories behind natural treasures.
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Price Range: $27.95
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Comprehensive guide to rocks and minerals.
Includes 385 vibrant color photographs.
Detailed descriptions of hundreds of minerals.
Covers geographic distribution of specimens.
Explains physical and chemical properties.
Illustrates various crystalline structures.
Updated for enhanced usability and accuracy.
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Price Range: $18.99
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Comprehensive guide to Oregon's best rockhounding sites.
Detailed directions and GPS coordinates included.
Essential tools and tips for successful rockhounding.
Extensive lists of minerals and fossils provided.
High-quality color photos for identification assistance.
Information on clubs, shops, and museums included.
Perfect for mineral, gem, and fossil enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $19.54
Material: 5 positive
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Discover vibrant fluorescent minerals in stunning detail.
Over 870 captivating color photographs included.
Features minerals from various global locations.
Invaluable field guide for mineral enthusiasts.
Offers care tips for collecting and displaying minerals.
Comprehensive resource section for further exploration.
Learn about hard-to-pronounce mineral names easily.
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Price Range: $29.99
Color: 3 positive
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Comprehensive guide to Earth's precious gems.
Features over 400 stunning gem photographs.
Includes detailed gem profiles and classifications.
Explores gem history and folklore globally.
Easy navigation for beginners and enthusiasts.
Compact design for on-the-go reference.
Perfect for rock fans and treasure seekers.
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Price Range: $18.97
