| A Field Guide to Gemstones of the Pacific Northwest Contributor(s): Hudson, Rick (Author) |
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ISBN: 1550175092 ISBN-13: 9781550175097 Publisher: Harbour Publishing OUR PRICE: $7.16 Product Type: Folded Published: February 2011 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Nature | Rocks & Minerals - Science | Earth Sciences - Geology - Travel | United States - West - Pacific (ak, Ca, Hi, Or, Wa) |
| Dewey: 551 |
| Physical Information: 0.07" H x 4.65" W x 8.96" (0.08 lbs) |
| Themes: - Geographic Orientation - Washington - Cultural Region - Pacific Northwest - Cultural Region - Western U.S. - Geographic Orientation - Oregon |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This full-colour, laminated field guide is your introduction to the beauty and wonder of the gemstones found in the Pacific Northwest, a region famous for its variety and quality of earth treasures. From purple amethyst, carnelian, chalcedony, black and white onyx and emeralds to sodalite, sapphire and many more valuable stones--discover what lies in the rich geology just below your feet. This convenient brochure will help you to develop a keen eye for spotting gems in the rough and become more knowledgeable about local gemstones that are the equal of any in the world. |
Contributor Bio(s): Hudson, Rick: - Rick Hudson, Ph.D., is a passionate outdoorsman and rockhound who has spent more than two decades exploring Southern British Columbia. The former editor of the Western Canadian Gemstone Newsletter and assistant editor of British Columbia Rockhound Magazine, he now frequently writes about wilderness adventures for various publications including the Globe and Mail, Island Explorer and Rock and Gem Magazine. He is also the author of Gold, Gemstone & Mineral Sites of British Columbia: Volume I, Vancouver Island. |