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9780943763255

The Treasure Hunter's Gem & Mineral Guides to the U.S.A.: Where & How to Dig, Pan, and Mine Your Own Gems & Minerals : Southwest States

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  • ISBN13:

    9780943763255

  • ISBN10:

    0943763258

  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 1999-12-01
  • Publisher: Jewish Lights Pub
  • Purchase Benefits
List Price: $14.95

Summary

Whether you're digging for the first time or are an experienced rockhound or 'prospector', with a simple rock hammer and a little luck, you too can strike it rich... or at the very least, have fun trying. This guide offers you 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 the location of the nearest restrooms. Included are resources for use in identifying your finds, having them made into jewellery, and further pursuing an exciting -- and possibly profitable -- hobby.

Table of Contents

Preface 11(8)
Introduction 19(2)
How to Use This Guide
21(4)
Equipment and Safety Precautions
25(5)
Mining Techniques
30(5)
Notes on Gem Faceting, Cabbing, and Mounting Services
35(2)
State Listings
Alaska
37(6)
Idaho
43(7)
Iowa
50(6)
Minnesota
56(8)
Montana
64(11)
Nebraska
75(3)
North Dakota
78(3)
Oregon
81(9)
South Dakota
90(7)
Washington
97(5)
Wyoming
102(53)
Indexes
Index by State
107(24)
Index by Gems and Minerals
131(10)
Enjoying Stones
Annual Events
141(2)
State Gem and Mineral Symbols
143(2)
Finding Your Own Birthstone
145(2)
Finding Your Anniversary Stone
147(2)
Finding Your Zodiac Stone
149(4)
Some Publications on Gems and Minerals
153(2)
Send Us Your Feedback 155

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