Rocks, Gems and Minerals
Rocks, Crystals & Minerals:
Rocks, Gems, and Minerals (A
Falcon Guide), Romaine. An accessible
field guide to 80 of the most common
and sought-after rocks, gems and
minerals in North America. 96 pgs.,
ISBN 9780762780426, $9.95
Audubon FIELD GUIDE TO NORTH
AMERICAN ROCKS AND MINERALS,
Chesterman. Top selling field guide!
Over 750 color plates are cross refer-
enced by color to detailed descriptions
of field patterns and rock locations.
Comprehensive index and sturdy plastic
cover make this perfect for field use.
850 pgs., ISBN 9780394502694, $19.95
MINERALS of the world, Schumann.
This revised and updated, photo-rich field
guide presents 500 of the world’s most
collectible minerals organized around
three properties: streak, Mohs’ scale of
hardness and gravity. Hard cover.
232 pgs., ISBN 9781402753398, $14.95
Audubon POCKET GUIDE: Familiar
Rocks & Minerals of North America,
Chesterman. Compact, portable guide
for the rockhound; organized with full-
color, full-page identification photos
and complete facing text page.
192 pgs., ISBN 9780394757940, $10.95
Firefly Guide to Minerals,
Rocks & Fossils: An Authoritative
and Practical Identification Guide to
Minerals, Rocks and Fossils, Bishop,
Woolley & Hamilton. Excellent reference
for beginning collectors with extended
introductory sections and appendices,
plus over 600 specimens described
in detail and in color. 336 pgs.,
ISBN 9781554070541, $19.95
HANDBOOK OF ROCKS, MINERALS
& GEMSTONES, Schumann. Classic
reference that is comprehensive, easy-to-
use and highly illustrated. Written for the
layman and the scientist, it describes the
properties and characteristics of each rock
and mineral with over 600 color photos.
380 pgs., ISBN 9780395511374, $25.00
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Complete Identifier, Hankin ed. This
compact study guide is a great value and
contains concise descriptions of over 200
rocks, crystals, and minerals. Hard cover,
226 pgs, ISBN 9780785818502, $9.99
Simon & Schuster’s GUIDE TO
ROCKS AND MINERALS, Prinz,
Harlow & Peters. An accessible begin-
ner’s reference guide to both rocks and
minerals, with facing pages of photos
and text; more than 1,000 illustrations.
608 pgs., ISBN 9780671244170, $19.00
PETERSON FIELD Guides: Rocks
And Minerals, Pough. Well-written field
guide for beginning and experienced
rockhounds or geologists; contains
detailed descriptions of minerals and
introduces simple tests to ensure
accurate identification. 320 pgs.,
ISBN 9780395910962, $20.00
PETERSON FIRST Guides: Rocks And
Minerals, Pough. A simplified pocket
field guide to common gems, ores and
other rocks and minerals. Color photos
and concise descriptions introduce
beginners to the subject. 128 pgs.,
ISBN 97803959354391, $6.95
MINERALS, Guastoni & Appiani.
Overview of mineralogy from how and
where minerals are formed to how to clas-
sify them; as well as a detailed look at 288
mineral specimens, each with color photo-
graph and each mineral’s defining attri-
butes. 256 pgs., ISBN 1554070562, $24.95
ILLUSTRATED GUIDE TO COMMON
ROCKS AND THEIR MINERALS, Brown
& Allan. Lays the basic groundwork for
understanding and identifying common
rocks by addressing their general nature,
the three main classifications of rocks and
the component minerals that comprise
them. 59 pgs., ISBN 9780879610548, $5.95
MINERALS OF THE WORLD (Princeton
Field Guide series), Johnsen. Stands apart
from many field guides by its exceptional
color presentation of over 500 minerals;
includes concise and authoritative text
covering crystallography, physical and
chemical properties of minerals,
diagnostic features and occurrences.
440 pgs., ISBN 9780691095370, $26.95
The Art of Mineral
Identification, (DVD). In this
unique classroom-like presentation,
James Madonna, Ph.D., professor
emeritus at University of Fairbanks,
AK, teaches you to identify minerals,
both visually and chemically, like an
expert in just hours. 103 min. $15.95
DK Pocket Genius: Facts at Your
Fingertips, ed. These pocket-sized encyclo-
pedias put everything you need to know
into one neat little package; equally appro-
priate for adults and children. Fully illus-
trated. Hard cover. 156 pgs., $7.99 each
Dinosaurs, ISBN 9780756693152
Rocks and Minerals,
ISBN 9780756692858
DK Smithsonian HANDBOOKS: These
field guides are comprehensive and
designed for straightforward and easy
identification. Each entry has a full-color
illustration as well as color-coded bands
that provide at-a-glance facts for quick
reference 5.75 x 8.5”, $20.00 each.
ROCKS AND MINERALS, Pellant.
256 pgs., ISBN 9780789491060
DINOSAURS AND PREHISTORIC LIFE,
Richardson. 226 pgs., ISBN 9780789493613
FOSSILS, Walker & Ward.
320 pgs., ISBN 9780789489845
GEMSTONES, Hall. 180 pgs.,
ISBN 9780789489852
The Elements: A Visual Exploration of
Every Known Atom in the Universe, Gray.
Mesmerizing photographs display and
entertaining text explain all 188 elements
that make up the periodic table – explore
elements from the atomic level to the
myriad of ways they combine to comprise
the world around us, from hydrogen to
hematite and from gold to gunpowders.
240 pgs., ISBN 9781579128951, $19.95
ROCK SCULPTURE: The Joy of Stone
Carving for Beginners, Stage. Excellent
beginner’s guide that also covers
elements of design, tools needed,
how to start and what rocks to sculpt.
46 pgs., ISBN 9780879611675, $6.95
DK EYEWITNESS BOOKS For the begin-
ning naturalist ages 10 and up. Hundreds
of real-life color photos and illustrations
with lively captions, plus a CD with
clip-art, and a full color wall chart. Hard
cover, 8.75” x 11.25”, 72 pgs., $16.99 each.
CRYSTAL & GEM, Symes &
Harding. ISBN 9780756630010
DINOSAUR, Norman & Milner.
ISBN 9780756658106
FOSSIL, Taylor. ISBN 9780756606824
ROCKS & MINERALS, Symes.
ISBN 9780756637774
DK Smithsonian Rock and Gem:
The Definitive Guide to Rocks, Minerals,
Gems and Fossils, Bonewitz. Stunning
compendium displays every feature of the
Earth’s geologic splendor. Striking visual
profiles present key info for accurate
identification; practical advice is given
on how to cut, polish, and display objects;
their mythological and legendary signifi-
cance throughout history is explored
and much more. 360 pgs.,
ISBN 9780756633424, $24.95
DK Smithsonian Nature Guide:
Rocks and Minerals, Bonewitz. Get the
best DK has to offer in this new, vibrant
and compact rockhounding and specimen
field guide; built for action and packed
with more than 270 full-page profiles.
354 pgs., ISBN 9780756690427, $14.95
DK Pockets SERIES
Great guides for older kids and
adults! These info-packed pocket-size
books are filled with photos, inter-
esting facts and organized for quick
reference 160 pgs., $6.99 each.
DINOSAURS, Clark. ISBN 9780789495891
EARTH FACTS, Hall.
ISBN 9780756602024
FOSSILS, Palmer. ISBN 9780756602062
GEMSTONES, Foa. ISBN 9780789495969
ROCKS & MINERALS, Fuller.
ISBN 9780789495877
Fifty Minerals that Changed the
Course of History, Chaline. Discover
50 of the metals, alloys, rocks and organic
minerals and gemstones that humans have
used as the building blocks of civilization.
From flint and obsidian to bronze and
iron, explore the roots of industry and
trade; marvel at the extraordinary works
of art produced in gold, silver, ivory, and
jade by the great civilizations. Hard cover,
224 pgs., ISBN 9781554079841, $29.95
GEMS & MINERALS OF THE
SOUTHWEST, Sano. This easy-to-read
resource identifies more than 80 minerals,
familiar gems, and unique specimens
found in the American Southwest.
144 pgs., ISBN 9781933855233, $14.95
The Best Bathroom Book for
Mineral Collectors Ever
Written, Thyst, Syte & Dan. This
gem of a book is loaded with rock
and mineral lore, little-known facts,
fun games, puzzles, mazes and more!
Designed for adults who can’t get
enough geo-trivia, but kids love it too.
99 pgs., ISBN 9780967816395, $11.95
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Rocks, Gems and Minerals
GEMSTONES OF THE WORLD 4/E,
Schumann. This classic, must-have
volume for every geologist, jeweler and
rockhound covers virtually everything
from gemstone types to what’s new on
the market; includes over 1,900 full-color
photos showcasing each gemstone in
both its natural state and its polished
and cut renditions. Hard cover,
320 pgs., ISBN 9781402768293, $24.95
Simon & Schuster’s GUIDE TO
GEMS AND PRECIOUS STONES,
Lymann. This popular field guide
includes comprehensive entries on all Gems & Minerals: Earth Treasures
major gems and precious stones and from the Royal Ontario Museum, Tait.
more than 450 full-color photographs. This beautifully photographed coffee
384 pgs., ISBN 9780671604301, $17.99 table-sized book showcases 260
specimens from the Royal Ontario
FIREFLY GUIDE TO GEMS: Illustrated Museum collection in Canada.
Guide to the Identification, Properties Informative and interesting descriptions
and Use of Gemstones, Oldershaw. A complete this lavish and easy to read
richly illustrated guide to gemstone reference guide. Hard cover, (10 x 10”)
identification, that features a clear and 258 pgs., ISBN 9781554078806, $40.00
accessible introduction to the geology,
chemistry and properties of gems, plus
maps of important gem locations.
224 pgs., ISBN 9781552978146, $16.95

Fred WARD GEM BOOK SERIES,

Ward. The original, classic series
focusing on specific gems and their
outstanding features. Contains history
and lore, as well as sources and
buying tips. Beautiful, full-color photos
throughout. 64 pgs., $19.95 each.
GEMSTONES: Symbols of Beauty and
Power, Gübelin & Erni. An exceptional DIAMONDS, ISBN 9781887651097
value, this gorgeous coffee table book is EMERALDS, ISBN 9781887651158
both visually stunning as well as offering
a great depth of geological knowledge JADE, ISBN 9781887651066
and lore; includes over 370 color photo- PEARLS, ISBN 9781887651080
graphs of gems, vivid descriptions of
their creation and their use by mankind OPALS, ISBN 9781887651165
throughout history. Originally published RUBIES & SAPPHIRES, ISBN
at $39.95, now available at $24.95. 9781887651103
Hard Cover. 240 pgs.,
ISBN 9780945005360, $24.95
GEM CARE, Ward.
GEM Contains everything
IDENTIFICATION you need to know
MADE EASY: A to properly care for
Hands-On Guide your jewelry and
to More Confident gems, from abalone
Buying & Selling, to zoisite. Learn
Matlins. An encyclo- which chemicals are
pedic and easy- safe; how to clean
to-use book that precious metals, and
teaches you how to much more. 32 pgs.,
identify most of the ISBN 9781887651073,
gems and synthetics $12.95
found in the market-
place. Discover PHENOMENAL GEMS, Ward.
how to avoid Discover gems that glow, sparkle,
costly mistakes shimmer, and change color. 64 pgs.,
and recognize ISBN 9781887651010, $19.95
profitable opportunities. 360 pgs.,
ISBN 9780943763590, $36.99

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Turquoise: The World Story of a
Fascinating Gemstone, Lowry & Lowry.
This is the single most comprehensive
book on the subject of turquoise, from the
geology and mining, to the identifying,
grading and care of this popular gem.
The authors, curators of the Turquoise
Museum in Albuquerque, New Mexico,
have produced an exquisite coffee table-
sized book that showcases turquoise
in stunning detail and scope–from the
specimen level to the finished work of
jewelry designers and lapidary artists.
Fully indexed with bibliography; over
500 photographs. 254 pgs.,
ISBN 9781423602897, $75.00
Turquoise unearthed: An Agates: Inside Out, Brzys. An overview
Illustrated Guide, Lowry. The concise, guide to agate collecting focusing on
yet definitive resource for turquoise the U.S. and written with the beginner
fans and serious collectors alike. as well as avid agate collector in mind.
80 pgs., ISBN 9781887896337, $12.95 Over 30 major types of agates are
described, with vivid color photography
TURQUOISE: Mines, Mineral & Wearable to accompany the detailed descrip-
Art, Block. Explore the fascinating story tions and collecting advice. 256 pgs.,
of turquoise, its Native American cultural ISBN 9781891143977, $24.95
history as well as turquoise grades and
value, localities and the diverse range AGATES: Treasures of the Earth, Pabian,
of jewelry designs. A comprehensive Jackson, Tandy and Cromartie. This
guide with over 390 large color images; identification guide is as comprehensive
fully indexed with glossary. 160 pgs., as it is easy-to-use: illustrated with
ISBN 9780764326424, $29.95 color photos; includes a worldwide
listing of agate locations. Hard cover,
GEODES: Nature’s Treasures, Cross 192 pgs., ISBN 9781554070985, $35.00
& Zeitner. A comprehensive, full-color
exploration of geodes, written by two
of the most respected authors on
rocks, gems and minerals: June Zeitner
and Brad Cross. This is an extensive
look into geodes, from how they are
created and mined, to their localities
and the exquisite variety of crystalline
forms found within them. 304 pgs.,
ISBN 9781889786322, $19.95.
What’s So Great About Granite?,
Carey. Learn all about this unheralded
hero of the mineral kingdom;
engagingly presented with stunning
photographs, illustrations and an
appendix of granite locations in the U.S.
94 pgs., ISBN 9780878425631, $18.00 Amber: The Natural Time Capsule,
Ross. An engaging overview that explores
Emeralds, A Passionate Guide: The how amber is formed, types of amber,
Emeralds, how amber preserves natural specimens
the People, and the role of amber in science and art.
their Secrets, 112 pgs., ISBN 9781554076093, $29.95
Ringsrud. A
large format THE AMBER BOOK, Dahlstrom & Brost.
overview that Learn how amber is formed, its geologic
celebrates setting, practical advice on how to care
the history, for amber jewelry, how to use it for lapi-
gemology and dary purposes, and how to detect
allure of this fake amber. Hard cover, 144 pgs.,
most popular ISBN 9780945005230, $27.00
and precious
stone. The OPAL IDENTIFICATION & VALUE,
author, both Downing. This book teaches you all you
a gemologist need to properly identify opals from all
and collector, over the world, and how to ask definitive
shares his questions when considering an opal.
intimate knowledge of the gem trade, Discover what characteristics affect value
allowing you behind the scenes at and become a confident buyer, seller
Colombian mines and to jewelers’ show or appraiser; color photos throughout.
rooms; over 250 photos and illustrations Hard cover, 212 pgs.,
accompany engaging and authoritative ISBN 9780962531187, $49.95
text. Hard cover. (8.5 x 10.5”)
382 pgs., ISBN 9780982262757, $80.00

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 Rocks, Gems and Minerals
Dictionary of Geological
Terms, 3/E, Bates & Jackson. This
best-selling dictionary contains defini-
tions to over 1,000 geological terms.
Includes word origins, pronunciation
guide, and a geologic time and life chart.
572 pgs., ISBN 9780385181013, $18.95
Geology: An Introduction to Familiar
Rocks, Minerals, Gemstones & Fossils,
Kavanagh. This handy, laminated
fold-out guide provides a simplified
introduction to familiar rocks, minerals
gemstones and fossils. (Part of the
Pocket Naturalist Guide series-page
42) ISBN 9781583550755, $5.95
GROW YOUR OWN CRYSTALS, Wielgus.
Discover how to grow your own crystals.
Lists the materials, supplies and general
methods to help you participate in one
of nature’s most wonderful creations.
28 pgs., ISBN 9780963560124, $4.95
FIELD GEOLOGY ILLUSTRATED, Maley.
This bible of field geology is a fantastic
aid in recognizing, interpreting and
describing geologic features in the
field; contains 682 B/W photos and
over 300 interpretive sketches.
704 pgs., ISBN 9780940949058, $35.00
ROADSIDE GEOLOGY SERIES
Informative field guides and travel
companions to the roadside terrain,
topography and geology encountered
“on the road” in various states and
localities; great for all levels of experience;
with photos, diagrams, and glossary.
ARIZONA, Chronic. 322 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878421473, $20.00
NORTHERN AND CENTRAL
CALIFORNIA, Alt & Hyndman.
384 pgs., ISBN 9780878424092, $20.00
COLORADO, Chronic. 416 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878424474, $20.00
Connecticut and Rhode
Island, Skehan. 302 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878425471, $26.00
IDAHO, Alt. 393 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878422197, $20.00
INDIANA, Maine. 326 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878423965, $20.00
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Geology
Hawai’i, Hazlett and Hyndman.
308 pgs., ISBN 9780878423446, $20.00
Louisiana, Spearing. 226 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878425303, $20.00
Maine, Caldwell. 318 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878423750, $20.00
Maryland, Delaware, and
Washington, D.C., Means.
368 pgs., ISBN 9780878425709, $24.00
MASSACHUSETTS, Skehan.
378 pgs., ISBN 9780878424290, $20.00
Minnesota, Ojakangas. 356 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878425624, $26.00
Missouri, Spencer. 274 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878425730, $20.00
Montana, Alt & Hyndman.
427 pgs., ISBN 9780878422029, $20.00
Nebraska, Maher, Engelmann
and Shuster. 266 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878424573, $20.00
FIELD GUIDE TO GEOLOGY, Lambert.
Revised edition. Excellent reference to
the processes that forged our planet;
includes chapters on basic geologic
concepts; easy-to-understand maps,
charts, illustrations and photos.
304 pgs., ISBN 9780816065103, $16.95
The PRACTICAL GEOLOGIST, Dixon
& Bernor. An excellent introduction
to the basics of geology, collecting and
identifying rocks & minerals. Contains
over 200 color photos and illustrations,
along with material on mapping, field
equipment, preparing specimens, as well
as a geologic site finder for six continents.
160 pgs., ISBN 9780671746971, $16.00
DK Smithsonian EARTH: The
Definitive Visual Guide, Luhr. This
coffee table-sized visual guide to the
power and beauty of the Earth provides
a unique catalog of the planet’s greatest
treasures, from undersea canyons to
volcanoes, deserts to lush rainforests,
polar icecaps and more.
520 pgs., ISBN 9780756633325, $27.95
NEW YORK, Van Diver. 411 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878421800, $20.00
Ohio, Camp. 412 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878425242, $24.00
SOUTH DAKOTA, Gries. 357 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878423385, $20.00
SOUTHERN BRITISH COLUMBIA,
Mathews & Monger. 416 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878425037, $22.00
TEXAS, Spearing. 418 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878422654, $24.00
VIRGINIA, Frye. 256 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878421992, $16.00
WASHINGTON, Alt & Hyndman.
290 pgs., ISBN 9780878421602, $20.00
WISCONSIN, Dot & Attig. 346 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878424924, $20.00
WYOMING, Lageson & Spearing.
271 pgs., ISBN 9780878422166, $20.00
Yellowstone Country, Fritz
& Thomas. 314 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878425815, $24.00

GEOLOGY UNDERFOOT SERIES A
hands-on series about getting out of
your car and out among the rocks and
landforms. No matter how much or
how little geology you know, books in
this series will inform and entertain.
Along Colorado’s Front
Range, Abbott and Cook. 352 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878425952, $24.00
DEATH VALLEY and OWENS
VALLEY, Sharp & Glazner. 325 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878423620, $20.00
Illinois, Wiggers. 306 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878423460, $20.00
Northern Arizona, Abbott and Cook.
324 pgs., ISBN 9780878425280, $18.00
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, Sharp & Glazner.
224 pgs., ISBN 9780878422890, $14.00
SOUTHERN UTAH, Orndorff,
Wieder & Futey. 292 pgs., ISBN
9780878425174, $20.00
Yellowstone country, Hendricks.
302 pgs., ISBN 9780878425761, $24.00
Yosemite National Park,
Glazner and Stock. 304 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878425686, $24.00
GEOLOGY TRAILS OF NORTHERN
CALIFORNIA, Johnson & Lofstrom. If you
want to climb a volcano, are itching to
investigate geysers, old mines and more
you will find a paradise of fascinating
trails in this guide; descriptions of flora
and fauna enhance each hike, ranging
from family walks and guided cave tours
to more strenuous mountain trekking.
264 pgs., ISBN 9781889786315, $14.95
California Rocks!: A Guide to
Geologic Sites in the Golden State,
Baylor. A wonderful overview and site
specific guide to exploring over 65 locales
throughout California that illustrate the
dynamic geology of the state: from lava
tubes and bubbling mud pots, to erupting
geysers and creeping landslides; graphi-
cally illustrated, with color photos,
maps, glossary and explanatory text.
128 pgs., ISBN 97808784256565, $16.00
Finding fault in California: An
Earthquake Tourist’s Guide, Hough.
This unusual guide reveals the Golden
State’s earthquake faults and history
to the curious traveler; includes GPS
coordinates, photos, maps and diagrams.
264 pgs., ISBN 9780878424955, $18.00
101 American GEO-SITES You’ve
Gotta See, Dickas. Discover 101
unique and dramatic places of geologic
significance throughout the United States.
Multiple sites in all 50 states are detailed
with full-color photographs,
illustrations and overview. 252 pgs.,
ISBN 9780878425877, $24.00
Volcanoes of Northern Arizona:
Sleeping Giants of the Grand Canyon
Region, Duffield. Aerial photographs,
geologic illustrations, and detailed road
logs lead the traveler to a range of
volcanic mountains. 68 pgs.,
ISBN 9780938216582, $11.95
Ancient Landscapes of the
Colorado Plateau, Blakey and
Ranney. Imagine seeing the landscapes
of the Earth as they used to look
throughout hundreds of millions of years
ago. One of the foremost authorities
on the geologic history of the Colorado
Plateau has created maps that show
how ancient landscapes gave rise to the
region’s current geologic formations.
156 pgs., ISBN 9781934656037, $34.95
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Rocks, Gems and Minerals
Rock Collecting
Washington & Oregon Rocks &
Minerals: A Field
Guide to the Evergreen
and Beaver States,
Lynch & Lynch. A
full-color guide to the
rocks and minerals
of Washington and
Oregon. Discover 124 Rockhounding GUIDE SERIES.
rocks and minerals Informative guides to collecting
that can be found in sites featuring maps, detailed direc-
the Evergreen and/or tions, advice on field techniques,
Beaver states, collecting and preparing specimens.
with regional
maps and photos. 320 pgs., Rockhounding Alaska: A
ISBN 9781591932932, $14.95 Guide to 75 of the State’s Best
Rockhounding Sites, Hodges.
IDAHO MINERALS: The Complete refer- 222 pgs., ISBN 9780762750849, $16.95
ence and Guide to the Minerals of Idaho, Rockhounding ARIZONA, Blair.
Ream. This comprehensive guide gives 220 pgs., ISBN 9780762744497, $15.95
mineral descriptions, collecting areas and Rockhounding CALIFORNIA, Butler.
is illustrated throughout with color photos. 228 pgs., ISBN 9780762771417, $14.95
373 pgs., ISBN 9780972335638, $27.95
Rockhounding COLORADO, Kappele.
Guide to Rocks & Minerals 224 pgs., ISBN 9780762728503, $16.95
of the northwest, Leaming. Rockhounding Idaho: A Guide to
Introductory full-color photo guide that 99 of the State’s Best Rockhounding
highlights the best and much-prized Sites, Romaine. 254 pgs.,
rocks and minerals of the northwest. ISBN 9780762748129, $16.95
32 pgs., ISBN 9780888390530, $5.95
Rockhounding MONTANA, Feldman.
ROCKS AND MINERALS OF 232 pgs., ISBN 9780762736829, $14.95
CALIFORNIA, Brown & Allan. Classic Rockhounding NEVADA: A Guide to
field guide with 48 rocks and minerals the State’s Best Rockhounding
shown in color and hundreds of quad- Sites, Kappele. 242 pgs.,
rangle map locations organized by county. ISBN 9780762771424, $15.95
200 pgs., ISBN 9780911010589, $13.95
Rockhounding NEW MEXICO,
NEW MEXICO ROCKS AND MINERALS, Vaskys & Freed. 260 pgs.,
Kimbler & Narsavage. Maps and descrip- ISBN 9780762743766, $15.95
tions of mining districts and mineral Rockhounding Pennsylvania
sites by county. Color and B/W photos. & New Jersey, Beard. 304 pgs.,
70 pgs., ISBN 9780913270974, $14.95 ISBN 9780762780938, $16.95
Rockhounding UTAH, Kappele.
Then & Now Map Series. Innovative 180 pgs., ISBN 9781560444466, $12.95
map series shows changes in gold &
gem fields over the last 100 years in Rockhounding WYOMING, Graham.
selected western states. Each map 158 pgs., ISBN 9781560444459, $12.95
package includes current USGS
maps of the state along with antique Colorado Rocks & Minerals: A
turn-of-the-century maps of the same Field Guide to the Centennial State,
areas for comparison. $12.95 each. Lynch & Lynch. This handy, compact
field guide to Colorado’s rocks and
Arizona Gold & Gems, minerals contains comprehensive entries
ISBN 9780965755870 on 115 rocks and minerals found within
California Gold & Gems, Northern the Centennial State; easy-to-use format,
Edition, ISBN 9780965755894 color photos and maps of where
specimens can be found. 280 pgs.,
California Gold & Gems, Southern ISBN 9781591932383, $14.95
Edition, ISBN 9780972044103
COLORADO GOLD & GEMS, COLORADO Rockhounding,
ISBN 9780972044158 Voynick. Covers over 350 collecting
IDAHO GOLD & GEMS, sites, with an overview of the state’s
ISBN 9780965755818 geology and mining history. Illustrated
with maps and B/W photos. 392 pgs.,
MONTANA GOLD & GEMS, ISBN 9780878722927, $20.00
ISBN 9780972044172
NEVADA GOLD & GEMS MAPS, Arizona Rocks & Minerals: A Field
ISBN 97809720441-34 Guide to Arizona, Lynch. This handy,
compact field guide is a great overview of
NEW MEXICO GOLD & GEMS, the specimens found in Arizona, along
ISBN 9780972044196 with their geographic locales.
Oregon Gold/Silver & 252 pgs., ISBN 9781591932376, $14.95
Gems, ISBN 9780965755849
MINERALS, FOSSILS AND
Utah Gold & Gems Maps: Reported Fluorescents OF ARIZONA: A Field
Occurrences, ISBN 9780981669618 Guide for Collectors, Bearce. Features
Washington Gold & Gems, 90 collecting sites with photographs,
ISBN 9780965755832 topographic maps and G.P.S. coordinates.
402 pgs., ISBN 0-9749846-1-2, $29.00
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Rocks & Minerals Playing
Cards, Lynch. What do rockhounds
do when the sun goes down? They play
cards, of course! This standard card
deck identifies and features 52 color
photos of the most common and sought
after specimens found in the United
States. ISBN 9781591933137, $5.95
The WORLD OF FLUORESCENT
MINERALS, Schneider. This exploration
of the rich and diverse world of fluorescent
minerals is filled with over 825 photos
displaying these fascinating minerals
under daylight and ultraviolet conditions.
176 pgs., ISBN 9780764325441, $29.95
Collecting fluorescent minerals,
Schneider. Expanded and updated 2nd
edition features over 870 color photo-
graphs showing how fluorescent minerals
look both under UV light and daylight. A
comprehensive resource section provides
helpful advice on caring for, collecting
and displaying fluorescent minerals.
208 pgs., ISBN 9780764336195, $29.99
Introduction to Radioactive
Minerals, Lauf. Contains a systematic
overview of the mineralogy of uranium
and thorium; shows the major
occurrences of radioactive minerals
arranged geographically. 144 pgs.,
ISBN 9780764329128, $29.95
COAST TO COAST GEM ATLAS,
Johnson. Overview maps of gem finding
locations throughout the continental
U.S. Includes site information and
local rock shops. 59 pgs., $11.50
TREASURE HUNTER’S GEM & MINERAL
GUIDES SERIES, Rygle. Each guide
offers state-by-state details on over 250
gems and minerals found in the U.S.
and affordable “fee-dig” sites where
they can be found; includes maps,
illustrations, B/W photos $14.99 each.
NORTHWEST TREASURE HUNTER’S
GEM & MINERAL GUIDE
192 pgs., ISBN 9780943763552
NORTHEAST TREASURE HUNTER’S
GEM & MINERAL GUIDE
224 pgs., ISBN 9780943763576
SOUTHWEST TREASURE HUNTER’S
GEM & MINERAL GUIDE
224 pgs., ISBN 9780943763569
SOUTHEAST TREASURE HUNTER’S
GEM & MINERAL GUIDE
200 pgs., ISBN 9780943763583
Fee Mining and Rockhounding
Adventures in the West, Monaco.
This invaluable guide for the amateur
and seasoned prospector or road tripping
family of rock hounds covers over 100
collecting locations, plus 153 museums,
caves and other geological points of
interest throughout the western U.S.
Hours, directions, cost, tools and supplies
are listed for all sites in 19 states.
240 pgs., ISBN 9781889786384, $15.95
FEE MINING and MINERAL
ADVENTURES IN THE EASTERN U.S.,
Monaco. Includes 294 places to visit in
31 states. Includes digging sites, caves,
museums and other points of geological
interest. This is the perfect guide for
anyone interested in the mineral world,
from experienced rockhounds and
prospectors to vacationing families.
264 pgs., ISBN 9781889786490, $15.95
Collector’s Guide to Quartz
and Other Silica Minerals, Lauf.
This detailed look at quartz and other
silica minerals explains scientific aspects
in a way that can be understood by the
layman; over 130 vivid photographs
presented in order to show each
mineral in its geological context.
99 pgs., ISBN 9780764341618, $19.99
A Collector’s Guide to the
Granite Pegmatite, King. Granite
pegmatite crystals are a source of fine
specimens and gem materials. Discover
pegmatite forms and distributions,
interior structures, crystal, mineral
and gem pockets, and references for
further study. Over 200 photographs
of specimens worldwide. 96 pgs.,
ISBN 9780764335785, $19.99
THE ROCKHOUND’S HANDBOOK,
Mitchell. Top Seller! This popular guide for
rockhounds is a must have for beginner
and intermediate hobbyists; includes
sections on basic geology, mineral forma-
tion; how to find and identify, collecting
tools and techniques; finding gold and
other heavy minerals; fossil formation
and collecting fossils; the legal aspects of
collecting; specimen preparation, display,
the basics of lapidary and jewelry making
techniques and more; illustrated with
photos, diagrams, charts and over 90
color specimens photo. 304 pgs.,
ISBN 9781889786438, $15.95
Collecting Rocks, Gems and
Minerals: Identification, Values,
Lapidary Uses, Polk. Revised and
expanded 2nd edition. This easy-to-use
book is actually three guides in one!
Learn how and where to find rocks, gems
and minerals. Then use this guide to
identify your finds, and finally learn
the lapidary uses of your finds.
306 pgs., ISBN 9781440232718, $19.99
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Rocks, Gems and Minerals
Fossils & Dinosaurs
Cruisin’ the Fossil Freeway,
Johnson & Troll. A fun, creatively
illustrated, colorfully photographed
and fact-filled guide on fossil hunting
covering all the western states from
Colorado to California; a one-of-a-kind
book that teaches and entertains in
equal measure. Learn about dinosaurs,
trilobites, ammonites and fossils galore
as you journey on a paleo road trip
along the 5000-mile “fossil freeway.” North America Through Time: A
204 pgs., ISBN 9781555914516, $29.95 Paleontological History of Our Continent,
Clos. Originally published at $35.00, now
Cruisin’ the Fossil Freeway $24.95! This full-color overview of the
Map, Johnson & Troll. Giant 42” x 60” paleontological history of life on the North
companion map to the Cruisin’ the Fossil American continent is as comprehensive
Freeway. ISBN 9781555916596, $19.95 and richly presented as it is authoritative.
Beginning with the Precambrian and
The Amateur Archaeologist covering each time period of the Paleozoic
in the great basin, Ettinger. and Mesozoic eras, as well as each Epoch
Excellent book about the archaeological of the Cenozoic, this book will grab your
record of man’s entry into the Great scientific imagination with over 200 fossil
Basin. Complete with maps, charts, photographs in 18 chapters. Hard Cover,
illustrations, and glossary. 116 pgs., 286 pgs., ISBN 9780972441643, $24.99
ISBN 9781558381494, $14.00
Audubon FIELD GUIDE TO FOSSILS:
Fossils: The History of Life, Fortey. North America, Thompson. Color
Large format introduction to fossils and photos of over 400 fossils. User-friendly
the scientists that study them; richly arrangement by shape and color makes
illustrated with photos, diagrams and identification quick and easy.
illustrations. Hard Cover, (8 x 11”) 846 pgs., ISBN 9780394524122, $20.95
256 pgs., ISBN 9781402762543, $29.95
LIFE IN STONE: Fossils of the
Colorado Plateau, Sadler. Discover
the fossil remains of the Colorado
Plateau. Color illustrations and photos
describe paleontology expeditions
to the American Southwest. 72 pgs.,
ISBN 9780938216810, $11.95
FIREFLY GUIDE TO FOSSILS: A
Practical Guide to the Identification,
Understanding and Hunting of Fossils,
Ed. An authoritative guide to fossil
hunting and identification, illustrated
with over 400 color photos 192 pgs.,
ISBN 9781552978124, $14.95 DK Smithsonian Handbooks:
Fossils, Walker & Ward. 320 pgs.,
AN ILLUSTRATED GUIDE TO FOSSIL ISBN 9780789489845, $20.00
COLLECTING, Casanova & Ratkevich.
Locations of fossils in the U.S., DK Smithsonian Handbooks:
cataloging, and preserving methods. Dinosaurs and Prehistoric
240 pgs., ISBN 9780879611132, $9.95 Life, Richardson. 226 pgs.,
ISBN 9780789493616, $20.00
A TRAVELER’S GUIDE TO TRACKING
DINOSAURS IN THE WESTERN DK Pockets: Fossils, Palmer.
UNITED STATES, Panczner. A handy 160 pgs., ISBN 9780756602062, $6.99
guide with photographs, maps, and
museum listings describing the dino- DK Pockets: Dinosaurs, Clark.
saurs and where fossils can be found. 160 pgs., ISBN 9780789495891, $6.99
48 pgs., ISBN 9781558381490, $6.95 DK Pocket Genius: Dinosaurs, ed.
156 pgs., ISBN 9780756693152, $7.99
Trilobites: Common Trilobites
of North America, Burns. Individual DK EYEWITNESS Books:
trilobite line drawings are clearly Dinosaur, Norman & Milner. 72 pgs.,
presented for easy identification, along ISBN 9780756658106, $16.99
with collecting regions, states and areas, DK EYEWITNESS Books: Fossil, Taylor.
basic descriptive text and commentary. 64 pgs., ISBN 9780756606824, $16.99
92 pgs., ISBN 9780966915709, $9.95
DISCOVERING FOSSILS: How to Find DK Visual Encyclopedia of
and Identify Remains of the Prehistoric Dinosaurs, Dixon. A comprehensive
Past, Garcia. A beginner’s guide to fossils overview of the entire dinosaur family,
with descriptions, and 160 drawings. with an amazing breadth of facts, figures
224 pgs., ISBN 9780811728003, $19.95 and quotable statistics; excellent for
children and adult readers.
400 pgs., ISBN 9780756608583, $14.99

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 Rocks, Gems and Minerals
The Gem Trails Series
GEM TRAILS OF WASHINGTON,
Romaine. Comprehensive
collecting guide for the Evergreen
State. Washington’s diverse geology
is explored in great detail. Over 75 sites
are presented with directions, maps, GPS
readings, photos, descriptive text,
mineral locator index and glossary.
200 pgs., ISBN 9781889786407, $14.95
GEM TRAILS OF OREGON, Romaine. Top
Seller! Must-have guide for Oregon rock-
hounds, includes over 100 collecting loca-
tions. Explore Oregon’s abundant mineral
resources from agate to zeolite with this
user-friendly collecting guide. Each site
has detailed driving directions,
a map, GPS coordinates, photo and a
listing of nearby attractions. 272 pgs.,
ISBN 9781889786445, $14.95
GEM TRAILS OF NORTHERN
CALIFORNIA, Mitchell. Complete guide to
Northern California features sites from the
Oregon border south to San Luis Obispo.
Color photographs showcase the specimens
that can be found. Detailed text and maps
make locating collecting areas easy.
192 pgs., ISBN 9781889786285, $12.95
GEM TRAILS OF SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA, Mitchell. Definitive guide to
over 70 collecting sites for gems, minerals
and fossils in Southern California. Maps,
text, and B/W locale photos lead the way
and vivid color photos of specimens
excite the anticipation of great finds.
224 pgs., ISBN 9781889786254, $12.95
GEM TRAILS OF NEVADA, Mitchell.
Maps, photos and text describe where to
go and what to look for at over 75 sites
throughout the state of Nevada. Includes a
color specimen insert, glossary and
mineral locator index. 224 pgs.,
ISBN 9781889786155, $12.95
GEM TRAILS OF ARIZONA, Mitchell.
This best-selling guide has been updated
with new sites, GPS coordinates, rock
and mineral shows in Arizona. Over 100
collecting sites. Maps, detailed text and
photos lead the collector to sites throughout
the state. Color photos highlight specimens
from azurite to wulfenite. Indexed by
location and by mineral. Includes glossary.
272 pgs., ISBN 9781889786476, $14.95
The GPS Guide to Western Gem
Trails, Kelty. This must-have accom-
paniment to the Gem Trails series and
other guidebooks pinpoints over 1,300
collecting sites for 12 western states
using precise GPS coordinates. Easy to
read format includes site maps, loca-
tion photos and state-by-state overview
240 pgs., ISBN 978188978633, $17.95
Gem Trails of Idaho & Western
Montana, Ream. In this long-awaited
guide to the Gem State and the western
half of the Big Sky State, Geologist
and best-selling author, Lanny Ream
is your personal guide to 99 of the best
collecting sites in this geographically
dramatic and varied region. From the
awe-inspiring Sawtooth Range to the
well-known Hagerman Fossil Beds
you will experience some of the best
sites these states have to offer. 256
pgs., ISBN 9781889786513, $14.95
GEM TRAILS OF COLORADO, Mitchell.
Features over 90 collecting locations.
Detailed directions and a map for each
collecting site lead to over 80 different
minerals plus fossils in the Centennial
state. Color photographs aid in specimen
identification. Information about local
museums and tours make this an
ideal travel and collecting guide.
224 pgs., ISBN 9781889786414, $12.95
GEM TRAILS OF NEW MEXICO,
Mitchell. Expanded edition includes over
100 collecting sites throughout the state.
From mountain vistas to desert valleys,
experience New Mexico’s scenic grandeur
while you search for rocks, minerals and
fossils. Includes GPS coordinates, road
conditions, required tools, and nearby
attractions. Each site has detailed direc-
tions, site map, and information on
what minerals are found there.
280 pgs., ISBN 978188976483, $14.95
GEM TRAILS OF UTAH, Mitchell.
Contains over 90 sites each with maps,
driving directions, photos and site descrip-
tions. Photos highlight the collecting
areas, and a special color section aids
in identifying the specimens.
168 pgs., ISBN 9781889786377, $12.95
GEM TRAILS OF TEXAS, Cross. The
ultimate rockhounding guide for the Lone
Star State is back in print, and completely
revised and updated! Over 50 collecting
sites are mapped and described. A handy
at-a-glance chart for each site tells you
what can be collected, road difficulty, GPS
coordinates, recommended tools, best
collecting seasons, and nearby places of
interest. Includes a beautiful full-color
insert of specimens found in Texas.
176 pgs., ISBN 9781889786506, $14.95
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