Norton. This non-technical introduction to the fascinating meteorites, asteroids, comets, and impact craters is lavishly illustrated and tells the story of cosmic debris— the science, superstition and folklore, and the tales of people who collect them.

467 pages. Second edition.

Prinz, Harlow, Peters. Includes over 1000 illustrations, 600 in full color. Contains precise information on appearance, classification and formation on rocks and minerals.

608 pages.

Lyman. Over 450 full-color photos and comprehensive entries on the major gems and precious stones of the world.

384 pages

Arduini & Teruzzi Color photos and classifications of 260 of the most significant animal and plant fossils.

318 pages.

Klein. This new and current book reveals the secrets to finding the best gold-bearing areas in northern California with helpful maps, photos and illustrations. Learn about the new tools, methods and equipment from a veteran prospector, miner and treasure hunter.

125 pages.

Garrett & Lagal. Complete information on using detectors to find gold nuggets, veins and ore with illustrated panning instructions.

140 pages.

Butler. This informative book is for those who have thought about looking for gold as a hobby. Learn the basic geologic properties of gold and the terrain where it is found: become familiar with the various techniques and equipment used by prospectors; and get tips on how to plan a family gold prospecting adventure.

206 pages.

Handy reference guides to add pleasure and knowledge to your hobby. Take along on field trips. All have color illustrations on almost every page. Clear, concise descriptions written by experts. Books measure 4" x 6" and average

150 pages or more.

FEE MINING &ROCKHOUNDING ADVENTURES IN THE WEST

Monaco. Revised edition. Informative guide to over 94 collecting locations. Also includes 150 museums, caves, points of interest and fairs and festivals throughout the western states. Seasons, days and hours of operation are included for each site as well as the address, directions, cost, tools and supplies needed. Organized by state, it is an invaluable guide for the prospector or gem hunter. 240 pages.

Klein. Gold-bearing regions and selected gem and rock hound areas organized by county. Maps, photos, directions and interesting historical anecdotes.

110 pages.

Petralia. Beginner's handbook. Historic and geographic background. Why gold is where it is and how to recover it. Old and new mining methods.

148 pages.

Lagal. Presents gold panning methods. Discusses prospecting with the metal and mineral detector as well as traditional gold panning methods. Illustrated.

134 pages.

De Lorenzo. Explains the techniques of panning for gold, how to use a sluice box, where to look for gold, and more. Filled with illustrations and maps.

80 pages.

Black. Geological background, dynamics of stream flow, how to pan for gold, and what tools to use. Non-technical but advanced book for the prospector.

176 pages.

Johnson. This complete book of maps shows where gold has been found in the Western United States.

64 pages.

Monaco. New version for the Eastern states. Contains a guide to the collection locations, points of interest and fairs and festivals in the East.