"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"-- Provided by publisher.…mehr
"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"-- Provided by publisher.
Dan R. Lynch is an author and photographer who has written more than 20 field guides, monographs, and kids’ books covering a wide range of topics in the geological sciences. Born and raised on Minnesota’s North Shore of Lake Superior, he learned the nuances of rock and mineral identification firsthand, both on the stony beaches and in his parents’ rock shop, Agate City, in Two Harbors. In his years at the shop, he found that he had a knack for explaining complex topics like rock and mineral formation, putting them in simpler terms for eager novices. Combining this skill with his love of photography and his hands-on background in geology, Dan has prided himself on his series of books in which he guides readers through all aspects of a topic, always starting at the beginning to ensure everyone has a solid foundation for understanding the more technical details that follow. In this way, he hopes to foster an appreciation for the earth beneath our feet, counteract online misinformation, and convey to readers the profound importance of science. Dan lives in Madison, Wisconsin, with his wife and son and works as a classical numismatist and writer.
Inhaltsangabe
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
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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