Smithsonian Handbooks: Rocks & Minerals (Smithsonian Handbooks) - GOOD
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A book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including scuff marks, but no holes or tears. The dust jacket for hard covers may not be included. Binding has minimal wear. The majority of pages are undamaged with minimal creasing or tearing, minimal pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, no writing in margins. No missing pages. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections.
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Brand
- Unbranded
- MPN
- Does not apply
- ISBN
- 0789491060
- Book Title
- Handbooks: Rocks and Minerals : the Clearest Recognition Guide Available
- Book Series
- Dk Smithsonian Handbook Ser.
- Publisher
- Dorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated
- Item Length
- 8.5 in
- Publication Year
- 2002
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 0.7 in
- Genre
- Nature, Référence
- Topic
- Personal & Practical Guides, Rocks & Minerals, Natural Resources
- Item Weight
- 16.6 Oz
- Item Width
- 5.8 in
- Number of Pages
- 256 Pages
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0789491060
ISBN-13
9780789491060
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2389711
Product Key Features
Book Title
Handbooks: Rocks and Minerals : the Clearest Recognition Guide Available
Number of Pages
256 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Personal & Practical Guides, Rocks & Minerals, Natural Resources
Publication Year
2002
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Nature, Référence
Book Series
Dk Smithsonian Handbook Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.7 in
Item Weight
16.6 Oz
Item Length
8.5 in
Item Width
5.8 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Synopsis
DK's Smithsonian Handbook of Rocks and Minerals combines 600 vivid full-color photos with descriptions of more than 500 specimens. This authoritative, systematic, and clear photographic approach marks a new generation of identification guides. Book jacket., Created in association with Smithsonian Institution, this authoritative guide features more than 500 rocks and minerals. Packed with photographs and details on characteristics, distinguishing features, and more, Smithsonian Handbooks: Rocks and Minerals makes identification easy. Designed for beginning and experienced collectors alike, this guide explains what rocks and minerals are, how they are classified, and how to start a collection. Look up different rocks and minerals, and find clear, annotated photography to pick out the key distinguishing features. Learn the differences between igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks, and reference the glossary for many more technical and scientific terms. Smithsonian Handbooks: Rocks and Minerals is filled with information about characteristics, colors, unique attributes, and more, making it one of the clearest identification guides for rock and mineral enthusiasts.
LC Classification Number
QE431.2
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- 9***9 (115)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseEverything a beginner needs to know when getting started in the lapidary field. Would anyone expect less from the Smithsonian? Very well packaged and with super fast delivery to boot what's not to love about this Dealer and Book. Plus, yes there's a Plus, the price for a book such as this is ridiculously low. 5 Stars for this entire venture eBay.
- s***r (115)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseThe book was as good or better than described (appearance and condition) Shipping was fast and a quality product for the value :)
- l***. (141)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseThe book arrived ahead of schedule. It is in great condition-- great quality! I have bought from this seller before and I have always had a smooth and positive transaction! I recommend this seller to the ebay community.
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- Apr 01, 2020
Smithsonian book of rocks & minerals!
Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: me-plus-3
- Jul 13, 2016
A good bock for the rock collector
Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: bestproductandbestprice
- Jun 01, 2021
Not a kid’s book
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: goodwill_colorado_springs
- Aug 01, 2018
Excellent Read For Beginners and Rock Enthusiasts!
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: mtwyouth
- Nov 23, 2019
Best mineral and rock book ever
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: thrift.books
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- 9***9 (115)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseEverything a beginner needs to know when getting started in the lapidary field. Would anyone expect less from the Smithsonian? Very well packaged and with super fast delivery to boot what's not to love about this Dealer and Book. Plus, yes there's a Plus, the price for a book such as this is ridiculously low. 5 Stars for this entire venture eBay.
- s***r (115)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseThe book was as good or better than described (appearance and condition) Shipping was fast and a quality product for the value :)
- l***. (141)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseThe book arrived ahead of schedule. It is in great condition-- great quality! I have bought from this seller before and I have always had a smooth and positive transaction! I recommend this seller to the ebay community.
- c***m (405)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseWOW!; I cannot believe this 4 Days to Hawaii! ; AAA+++; Excellent Service; Great Pricing; Fast Delivery-Faster Than Expected to Hawaii!; Shipped 06 03, Tues, Received 06/07 Sat to Hawaii using free shipping; USPS Ground Mail, Hardcover Book in Excellent Condition--Better Than Described ; TLC Packaging; Excellent Seller Communication, Sends updates . Highly Recommended!, Thank you very much!
- c***c (489)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseExcellent eBay seller with good communications!!! Book came as described (GOOD condition), reasonably packaged (plastic mailer bag with 3 other books), and in very good time considering free shipping (projected delivery 5/7 thru 5/12; rcvd 5/10). Have purchased multiple books from SecondSalecom, and have been quite satisfied with the quality, appearance, and value of those purchases. Will definitely check their selection for future book purchases. Thanks, SecondSalecom!
- x***l- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseI had a positive experience with this seller. I did receive an incorrect item in my package, but when I reached out to the seller about the problem, they responded in a timely manner and resolved the issue. Items were packaged in a bag but arrived in good condition as described. I am very happy with the condition of the books I received. Great value. I have already placed additional orders with this seller. Thank you!