--- product_id: 1563696 title: "Collecting Rocks, Gems and Minerals: Identification, Values and Lapidary Uses" brand: "patti polk" price: "AR$86619" currency: ARS in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/1563696-collecting-rocks-gems-and-minerals-identification-values-and-lapidary-uses store_origin: AR region: Argentina --- # Collecting Rocks, Gems and Minerals: Identification, Values and Lapidary Uses **Brand:** patti polk **Price:** AR$86619 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Collecting Rocks, Gems and Minerals: Identification, Values and Lapidary Uses by patti polk - **How much does it cost?** AR$86619 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.ar](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/1563696-collecting-rocks-gems-and-minerals-identification-values-and-lapidary-uses) ## Best For - patti polk enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted patti polk brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Collecting Rocks, Gems and Minerals: Identification, Values and Lapidary Uses - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/512iMWk-0-L.jpg) ![Collecting Rocks, Gems and Minerals: Identification, Values and Lapidary Uses - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51YOZzn-4qL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for rockhounds *by P***N on Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2010* This is a gem of a book, if you will pardon the pun, and a welcome addition to my collection. I already have seven books on identifying gems and minerals and another twenty or so on where to find them, so what is special about this book? First of all I noticed the pictures, beautiful pictures, but more importantly pictures which I could relate to. In my other books I get an erudite description, but usually the pictures do not look much like the rocks I find or see at shows. Patti has chosen the rocks to photograph so well that they all look like the rocks and minerals I have, or have seen. I found the introductory thirty pages on equipment and practical collecting very clear. If I had never been on a field trip I would now know what to expect: the picture of a flat tire in a remote area is a timely warning that there are risks in our hobby. But it was the 230 pages of examples of uncut materials, polished items and completed jewlery which really caught the eye. The classification and illustration of the various categories of agate is splendidly done as are the other groups and minerals. Bravely Patti has added the 'value' of each item, listed by pound, ounce or gram. This is a very valuable resource, although it may go out of date very quickly depending on the value of the dollar and popularity and availability of each item. It has led me to rethink what rocks and minerals I have now, and to look again at the items which I have partially discarded as my 'yard' rocks. Patti Polk's enthusiasm for our hobby flows through this book and we must be thankful that she has filled a gap in the literature available to rockhounds. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully Illustrated And Informative Guide *by T***D on Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2013* I should start off this review by stating that I do not feel that cutting up nature's treasures is always a good thing. I'll not review the lapidary aspects of the book, because save for slicing a piece of agate in half, and polishing the exposed surfaces, I'm not a 'cutter.' Opening a geode is also generally a good thing, just don't monkey with the crystals and matrix to make bookends.I'm an agate guy, so much of the book was like revisiting a dear old friend. This would the book's main strength, if it was not for the museum quality pieces shot with precision and care. The book is all about natural beauty. If you already know of good collecting sites, I still highly recommend the book for its beauty and quality of the images. There is at least one stunner on every page.However, if you don't know "where they are," this book is too vague--dramatically so--in assisting the aspiring amateur with places to look for the good stuff. That's by far the otherwise exemplary volume's shortcoming.It's a great book, but a poor field guide. It's really as simple as that. It serves--what I believe to be its intended purpose--exceedingly well. Give it a sacred spot on your bookshelf. Bringing this into the field may not even be lawful. Don't break the law. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Collecting Rocks,Gems & Minerals *by S***R on Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2012* This book is just what I wanted! You shipped it so quickly I was thrilled. Thank you so much! The photography allows for easy identification of the rocks, gems & minerals. I recently bought a mixture of gems and gave them to my Dad as he has loved identyfying rocks and gems for as long as I can remember. It was a mixed box of polished and, faceted gems but, not identified. Dad told me he would need another reference book to help him to identify the gems. This book will be one of his Christmas gifts, and he will love it, as he has been reminding me to get him another reference so, he has an updated book. This has been going on for the last month. I keep telling him I am too busy but will get to it as soon as I can. He will however laugh and, ask me how long I have had the book? Great Joy! He loves to tease me and, I love to return the favor. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/1563696-collecting-rocks-gems-and-minerals-identification-values-and-lapidary-uses](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/1563696-collecting-rocks-gems-and-minerals-identification-values-and-lapidary-uses) --- *Product available on Desertcart Argentina* *Store origin: AR* *Last updated: 2026-05-21*