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

by Rygle, Kathy J.; Pedersen, Stephen F.

• ISBN13: 9780943763392
• ISBN10: 0943763398
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-03-01
• Publisher: Jewish Lights Pub

Summary

These guides offer state-by-state details on more than 250 gems and minerals the U.S. has to offer and affordable "fee-dig" sites where they can be found. Includes maps, illustrations and B/W photos.

Table of Contents

Preface	p. 11
Introduction	p. 19
How to Use This Guide	p. 21
Equipment and Safety Precautions	p. 25
Mining Techniques	p. 30
Notes on Gem Faceting, Cabbing, and Mounting Services	p. 35
State Listings
Connecticut	p. 37
Delaware	p. 41
District of Columbia	p. 44
Illinois	p. 46
Indiana	p. 52
Maine	p. 57
Maryland	p. 66
Massachusetts	p. 68
Michigan	p. 72
New Hampshire	p. 86
New Jersey	p. 90
New York	p. 99
Ohio	p. 107
Pennsylvania	p. 114
Rhode Island	p. 125
Vermont	p. 127
Wisconsin	p. 131
Indexes
Index by State	p. 137
Index by Gems and Minerals	p. 161
Enjoying Stones
Annual Events	p. 171
State Gem and Mineral Symbols	p. 173
Finding Your Own Birthstone	p. 175
Finding Your Anniversary Stone	p. 177
Finding Your Zodiac Stone	p. 179
Some Publications on Gems and Minerals	p. 183
Send Us Your Feedback	p. 185
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