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8 produkter
8 produkter
Häftad, Engelska, 2021
184 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
Find success on your rock hunts for popular gems and minerals by selecting the best locations to look for them.Agates, copper, gold—you want to find them! But if you’re searching without a plan, the odds are stacked against you. Whether you’re new to rock hunting or already hold an interest, prospecting is the way to maximize your success. This beginner’s guide by rockhounding expert Jim Magnuson helps you to confidently hunt for a variety of collectible and valuable gems and minerals, including agates, fossils, geodes, and gold.In each chapter, Jim introduces sought-after targets (like Lake Superior Agates to Keokuk Geodes). Then he provides a simple, step-by-step process to finding, collecting, and identifying them in the Upper Midwest. Full-color photographs show the specimens as you’re likely to see them in the field, while range maps tell you if you’re in the right place. Jim points you to locations where you’re allowed to hunt and collect, and he also includes need-to-know information about equipment recommendations, safety, and the legality of collecting.Inside you’ll find:Expert advice: discover what to look for, where to look, and how to prospectProfessional photos: see specimens as you’re likely to find them in the fieldEssential information: learn about collecting rules, safety, and affordable equipmentBonus content: get advice on polishing your finds, metal detecting, and morePerfect for residents and visitors of Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, South Dakota, and Wisconsin, Rockhounding & Prospecting: Upper Midwest is everything you need in one handy guide.
Häftad, Engelska, 2025
189 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
Take rock collecting to the next level: create gemstones that glisten and shine with beginner instructions in this lapidary book that yields professional results.Beautifully cut, polished, and shaped gemstones are marvelous treasures. They can be very expensive to purchase, but have you ever wondered how to create your own? You might be surprised at how quickly you can learn to do it—and how affordable it is, especially when compared with many other popular hobbies. From Rough Stones to Wow is your one-stop shop for beginning your lapidary journey and being successful.Written by Jim Magnuson, this accessible how-to guide keeps things simple while covering a variety of the most popular lapidary arts. The step-by-step instructions—supplemented by easy-to-follow, full-color photographs—can help you produce high-quality gemstone products that you’ll be proud to display, wear, or even sell. Learn about the tools and equipment needed for tasks like tumbling and cutting, as well as types of rocks and minerals you might want to utilize. Then, with Jim’s focused instruction, you can discover the rewarding experience of taking rough stones and making your own creations. There’s even a brief introduction to jewelry making, with six simple jewelry projects.You’ll appreciate these features:Easy-to-follow directions complemented by action-oriented photosRecommendations on lapidary machinesTips, charts, and checklists to jump-start your learningTechniques and tools that take you from start to finish
Häftad, Engelska, 2026
146 kr
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Find Lake Superior agates with confidence using Jim Magnuson’s proven strategies.You admire Lake Superior agates for their color and beauty—and you’d love to go home with a treasured discovery. But the truth is these stunning stones can be hard to find. Even along the shores of Lake Superior in Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, you need the right system to succeed. Jim Magnuson is here to help! The experienced collector has spent decades perfecting the best methods for finding and identifying this storied gemstone, and he’s sharing his time-tested techniques with you.Make agate hunting easier and more rewarding. With full-color photographs and expert guidance, you’ll learn what rough agates really look like in the field. Find out how to recognize agate imposters that can fool even seasoned agate hunters. Discover how to hunt in a variety of locations, from gravel pits to riverbeds and beyond. Use Jim’s rating system to evaluate the quality of your finds and better understand their potential value.Whether you are just getting started or are ready to level up your skills, Agate Hunting Made Easy gives you the confidence and insights to turn frustrating outings into successful—and fun—treasure hunts.What to look for? Learn to recognize agates’ common features, appearance in the rough, and agate imposters.Where to look? Get expert advice on the best places to search and how to identify Lake Superior gravel.How to hunt? Follow Jim’s tips for searching pits, streams, beaches, and more—plus how to use weather to your advantage.How to care for agates? Clean, display, buy, and sell with confidence using Jim’s tried-and-true techniques.
Häftad, Engelska, 2012
120 kr
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Häftad, Engelska, 2015
293 kr
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Beginner Instructions, Professional Results!Gemstones are naturally beautiful, but you can make them glisten and shine. This beginner’s guide covers all the techniques you need to know: tumbling, cutting, face polishing and more. By following the authors’ simple approach, you’ll create finished stones worthy of displaying, selling or making into jewelry.Book Features:pertains to a wide range of popular gemstones, from agates to turquoiseprevents frustration, with detailed photos and easy-to-follow instructionsoffers helpful tips from the authors’ years of experienceprovides information about recommended equipment and suppliesbriefly introduces jewelry making, with seven simple jewelry projects
Häftad, Engelska, 2018
108 kr
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Become a whiz at finding Lake Superior agates!Keep this tabbed booklet close at hand on your next rock-hunting adventure. Based on Jim Magnuson’s Agate Hunting Made Easy and featuring the professional rock photography of Carol Wood, this guide helps to turn agate hunts into successful ones. You'll learn to pick up on those clues valuable to beginners and experts alike: Learn the common agate features to look for, see what rough agates look like in the field, recognize the different varieties of Lake Superior agates, and identify the agate imposters that might fool you. The easy-to-use format means you’ll quickly find what you need to know. Plus, the quick guide is much easier to use than laminated foldouts, and the tear-resistant pages help to make the book durable in the field.
Häftad, Engelska, 2026
102 kr
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Uncover the secrets of Keokuk Geodes with this pocket-size booklet—perfect for identifying, collecting, and displaying these crystal treasures of nature.Whether you’re a seasoned rockhound, a curious beginner, or a geology enthusiast, keep this convenient guide close at hand. Written by expert collector Jim Magnuson, this beautiful booklet is packed with everything you need to know about the world-famous geodes found in southeastern Iowa, northeastern Missouri, and western Illinois, with the epicenter around Keokuk, Iowa.Begin with an introduction to these natural wonders, including their geography and how they form. Learn about the annual festival devoted to these geodes, including a bit of local history and points of interest. Then let the rock hunting begin! You’ll get expert insights on where to look and what to look for, as well as essential safety tips. An identification section introduces you to 25 types of geodes, with details about the kinds of crystals and cubes inside—showcasing quartz, calcite, pyrite, UV-reactive minerals, and more. You’ll also appreciate Jim’s advice on how to open your finds and some of the best ways to display them.Bring this durable, lightweight quick guide along on your next rockhounding trip and discover why Keokuk Geodes have earned their place among the most fascinating natural wonders.Quick guide features:Pocket-size format—easier than laminated foldoutsIdentification guide to 25 important types of geodesExpert guidance on finding, opening, and displaying geodesInformation about commercial dig sites and hunting locationsSafety tips, festival information, and more
Häftad, Engelska, 2026
102 kr
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Unearth Upper Michigan’s geological treasures—from Lake Superior agates to rare copper formations—with this quick guide to finding, identifying, and collecting.The Keweenaw Peninsula and its surrounding area are collectively known as Michigan’s Copper Country: a rock-collector’s dream, holding a variety of rocks and minerals. Whether you’re in search of iconic Lake Superior agates, float copper, or the famed fluorescent sodalite, Michigan’s Copper Country Rocks & Minerals helps you navigate the region’s unique landscape. Written by expert collector Jim Magnuson, the booklet puts decades of experience at your fingertips, whether you’re a seasoned rockhound or a curious beginner.Start with an introduction to the Copper Country’s history, geography, and geology. Learn about the laws and etiquette of rock hunting at various locations, from beaches and parks to abandoned copper mines, with Jim’s location-specific insights. Get an overview of copper hunting—complete with safety tips—then let the adventure begin! You’ll get professional suggestions on where to look and what to look for. An identification section introduces you to 38 types of specimens: copper, silver, fossils, beach glass, and more. You’ll also appreciate Jim’s advice on how to clean and display your finds.Bring this durable, lightweight quick guide on your next rockhounding trip and discover why Michigan’s Copper Country is a must-go destination for anyone interested in rock collecting.Quick guide features:Pocket-size format—easier than laminated foldoutsIdentification guide to 38 sought-after rocks and mineralsInformation about public beaches and other hunting locationsIntroduction to equipment and methods, like metal detectingEssential safety tips and legal information