Agates: Treasures of the Earth by Roger Pabian, Brian Jackson, Peter Tandy, John Cromartie
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Book Reviews of Agates: Treasures of the Earth
Book Review: A Rockhound or Lapidary Must Have Book
Summary: 5 Stars
The combination of Roger Pabian with Brian Jackson, Peter Tandy & John Cromartie present a well written book on some of the most beautiful, popular with collectors and sometimes scarce agates of the world. The first forty pages alone give the novice collector, lapidary, rock-hound, or just someone who has picked up a pretty banded rock on vacation an idea of how agates were formed, the why of the different patterns, and the names and terms needed to intelligently discuss agates. The pictures are out standing and many. The descriptions informative and to the point. The references in the back of the book present a good jumping off place to pursue further knowledge of specific types of agates. In my opinion this book was a thoroughly enjoyable and informative read, even though some of the newer types of agates were not presented.Book Review: A top pick for any gemstone collector
Summary: 5 Stars
Agate has been found on every continent, but there are few illustrative references on the market devoted to agates alone. AGATES: TREASURES OF THE EARTH will interest both high school and public library holdings seeking books on geology and gemstones, providing a reference to their formation, geology, and identification alike. Color photos throughout pack a history that is a top pick for any gemstone collector and for libraries catering to them.
Diane C. Donovan
California Bookwatch
Book Review: The best agate book
Summary: 5 Stars
Whether you want to know the history of agates - how they were formed when and where, and how they have been used by humans around the world over the centuries - or you just want to see stunning photographs of all types of gorgeous agate, this is THE book. As an avid beach-comber for agates, I was thrilled to expand my knowledge of my favorite rock with such a lovely and comprehensive book. Highly recommended.Book Review: Out of this World Photos!
Summary: 5 Stars
This book offers detailed information on agates. what they are, how they are formed and where they are found. What I found most intriguing were the terrific photographs of agates throughout the entire book. I use agates in my jewelry design but was not completely aware of the multitudes of colors and gems that fall under the umbrella name 'Agate'
Very well worth the dollars spent for this book.
Book Review: Exceptional Images
Summary: 5 Stars
For anyone eager to learn more about agates, especially collectors looking to "type" slab pieces and chunks they own, this book is great. You'll review this book again and again.
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