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Treasures of the Earth : rocks, minerals, crystals, and gems Cover Image Book

Treasures of the Earth : rocks, minerals, crystals, and gems

Carton, Steven (author.). Fitzgerald, Ian (author.). Hunt, Phil (Author at DK Publishing, Inc.) (author.). Lacchia, Anthea (author.).

Summary: "Dig down into the history of rocks, minerals, and other treasures, and uncover the stories behind these marvelous materials. What treasures could be lying under your feet? From dazzling gems to beautiful buildings, this book is filled with rocks and minerals, each one with a tale to tell. What gem was more precious than gold to Chinese emperors? Who suffered the curse of the Hope Diamond? And why did Burmese soldiers insert rubies under their skin before battle?."--Provided by publisher.

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  • ISBN: 9780241741733
  • ISBN: 0241741734
  • ISBN: 9780593969489
  • ISBN: 0593969480
  • Physical Description: print
    160 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm.
  • Publisher: [London] : Dorling Kindersley Limited, 2025.

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General Note:
Includes index.

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Subject:
Crystals Juvenile literature
Gems Juvenile literature
Minerals Juvenile literature
Rocks Juvenile literature
Genre:
Informational works.

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  • 15 of 28 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
  • 1 of 4 copies available at Onslow County Public Library.

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Jacksonville Main Library J548 CAR (Text) 36015000742045 Juvenile Nonfiction Checked out 08/11/2026
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