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Dan R. Lynch og Bob Lynch
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Adventure Publications
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Turquoise - Identifying and Collecting the Southwest's Iconic Gemstone

Turquoise

Identifying and Collecting the Southwest's Iconic Gemstone
Dan R. Lynch og Bob Lynch
(2025)
Sprog: Engelsk
AdventureKEEN
196,00 kr.
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  • Vital Source searchable e-book (Reflowable pages)
  • Udgiver: Adventure Publications (Marts 2025)
  • Forfattere: Dan R. Lynch og Bob Lynch
  • ISBN: 9781647553876
Explore the beauty and history of turquoise, one of the most celebrated and treasured gemstones of ancient and modern times. Revered around the world, turquoise is a mineral with two histories: that of its formation and that of the people who have mined, traded, and treasured it. Turquoise is an icon of ancient civilizations and especially of the desert regions where it most famously appears. Uncover the history and the secrets of this coveted gemstone in Turquoise. Written by Dan R. Lynch with Bob Lynch, the authors of several books about rocks and minerals, this is the definitive guide to the sky-blue stone. Begin by learning the natural history of turquoise, from how it forms to where it’s found. Dan and Bob present tips for finding and identifying turquoise, and they introduce turquoise look-alikes. Next, go in-depth on the human history of turquoise. You’ll learn all about buying and caring for turquoise, and you can glimpse our future with this gemstone of the American Southwest. Whether you’re a rockhound or someone who simply appreciates nature’s wonders, grab this book and get to know the storied mineral whose very name is a symbol of color. Book Features Summary of the fascinating natural history Expert advice on how to find and identify turquoise Full-color photographs and maps Suggestions on what to do with turquoise
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  • Paperback: 144 sider
  • Udgiver: AdventureKEEN (Marts 2025)
  • Forfattere: Dan R. Lynch og Bob Lynch
  • ISBN: 9781647553869

Explore the beauty and history of turquoise, one of the most celebrated and treasured gemstones of ancient and modern times.

Revered around the world, turquoise is a mineral with two histories: that of its formation and that of the people who have mined, traded, and treasured it. Turquoise is an icon of ancient civilizations and especially of the desert regions where it most famously appears. Uncover the history and the secrets of this coveted gemstone in Turquoise. Written by Dan R. Lynch with Bob Lynch, the authors of several books about rocks and minerals, this is the definitive guide to the sky-blue stone.

Begin by learning the natural history of turquoise, from how it forms to where it's found. Dan and Bob present tips for finding and identifying turquoise, and they introduce turquoise look-alikes. Next, go in-depth on the human history of turquoise. You'll learn all about buying and caring for turquoise, and you can glimpse our future with this gemstone of the American Southwest. Whether you're a rockhound or someone who simply appreciates nature's wonders, grab this book and get to know the storied mineral whose very name is a symbol of color.

Book Features

  • Summary of the fascinating natural history
  • Expert advice on how to find and identify turquoise
  • Full-color photographs and maps
  • Suggestions on what to do with turquoise
Dedication Acknowledgments Introduction
Part 1: The Natural History of Turquoise Physical Aspects and Appearance How Turquoise Forms Turquoise Development: Grains versus Crystals Turquoise in Series Where Is Turquoise Found? Identifying Turquoise
Part 2: The Human History of Turquoise The Name A World History in Turquoise Mysticism, Beliefs, and Legends Uses of Turquoise Artificial Turquoise Look-alikes Treated and Enhanced Turquoise Buying Turquoise Caring for Turquoise The Future of Turquoise Bibliography/Sources Glossary Photo Credits About the Author
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