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Southwest Treasure Hunter's Gem and Mineral Guide
Kathy J. RygleStephen F. Pedersen
其他書名
Where and How to Dig, Pan and Mine Your Own Gems and Minerals
出版Gemstone Press, 2006
主題Crafts & Hobbies / JewelryDesign / JewelryNature / Rocks & MineralsScience / Earth Sciences / Mineralogy
ISBN09437635099780943763507
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=WGtNAgAACAAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
註釋Completely updated with the most current information, these guides offer easy-to-use information on the ins and outs of "fee-dig" mining, complete with locations, costs, tips on technique, entertaining legends and important information on everything from safety kits to where the nearest restrooms are. Included are resources for use in identifying finds, having them made into jewelry, and further pursuing an exciting, and possibly profitable, hobby. In addition, each volume contains maps, black and white photographs and indexes.Topics covered in the books include:?Equipment and Clothing: What you need and where to find it (or how to make it yourself).?Mining Techniques: Step-by-step instructions on panning for gold, sluicing for gems and other methods.?Gem and Mineral Sites: Locations of sites with directions and maps, the gems and minerals to be found, hours, fees, and equipment needed. Also includes info on guide services, additional attractions and features at each site, local camping facilities and more.?Museums and Mine Tours: Where to visit commercial and historical mines, as well as museums with exhibits of gems and minerals (for help in learning what to look for).?Special Events and Tourist Information: Listings of regional events involving gems and minerals, and sources of general travel and tourism information for every state.?Other Features: Where to find your birthstone...your anniversary stone...your zodiac stone; Index by State; Index by Gem/Mineral; U.S. State Gems & Minerals Chart; and more!