Rock and Gem by Unnamed
A great guidebook featuring full-color photos of hundreds of rocks and gems for collectors and enthusiasts, created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution and written by a geologist with decades of experience. Author Ronald Bonewitz started his career as a geologist specializing in crystal chemistry, worked as a mining scout in the field, and now serves as a gem, mineral, fossil, and antiquities expert at an auction houses. Rock and Gem combines his knowledge with hundreds of stunning photos from the Smithsonian's extensive collections, making professional-level knowledge accessible to readers of all experience levels. In addition to resources on each of several hundred individual rock and gem types, the book contains a compelling history of how rocks are formed, starting with the Big Bang up to the present day. It also includes a guide to starting your own collection as well as several fascinating feature boxes exploring topics like the Malachite Room in the Winter Palace and the superstitions surrounding the world-famous (or infamous) Hope Diamond. Whether you're a collector, a student, or just someone interested in discovering the beauty and intrigue of gems and other fascinating rocks, Rock and Gem covers its fascinating subject matter from every angle.
Dr Ronald Bonewitz trained as a geologist and has consulted on archaeological excavations in the United States. He has travelled extensively in Yucatan, interviewed Maya Indians, and explored unmapped Maya sites on the island of Cozumel. He is the author of several books.
| SKU | Nicht verfügbar |
| ISBN 13 | 9780756641924 |
| ISBN 10 | 0756641926 |
| Titel | Rock and Gem |
| Autor | Ronald Bonewitz |
| Buchzustand | Nicht verfügbar |
| Bindungsart | Hardback |
| Verlag | Covent Garden Books |
| Erscheinungsjahr | 2008-01-01 |
| Seitenanzahl | 360 |
| Hinweis auf dem Einband | Die Abbildung des Buches dient nur Illustrationszwecken, die tatsächliche Bindung, das Cover und die Auflage können sich davon unterscheiden. |
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