{"product_id":"field-collecting-gemstones-and-minerals-paperback","title":"Field Collecting Gemstones and Minerals - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith easy-to-follow instructions on how to extract, trim, preserve, store and exhibit gemstones and minerals, this guide does a superb job of introducing beginners to the science of field collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeaturing clear and interesting illustrations, \u003cem\u003eField Collecting Gemstones and Minerals\u003c\/em\u003e covers the fundamental aspects of mineral collecting, including how to plan for trips, read topographic maps and use various tools on your hunt for new specimens. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlso included is information about the geology of mineral formation, as well as how to identify, prepare, display and market your finds. John Sinkankas writes in an accessible, enjoyable style that have made his books trusted favorites for decades. \u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders interested in related titles from John Sinkankas will also want to see: Prospecting For Gemstones and Minerals (ISBN: 163561063X), Gem Cutting (ISBN: 1626540497).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Echo Point Books \u0026 Media","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46838135095452,"sku":"9781635610642","price":50.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0712\/7616\/7324\/files\/9781635610642.jpg?v=1778493098","url":"https:\/\/bronzeandbrass.store\/products\/field-collecting-gemstones-and-minerals-paperback","provider":"Bronze \u0026 Brass","version":"1.0","type":"link"}