Collecting Fluorescent Minerals, 2nd Edition by Stuart Schneider
The Definitive Guide to Collecting, Identifying & Displaying Fluorescent Minerals
Discover the fascinating world of glowing minerals with Collecting Fluorescent Minerals, 2nd Edition by renowned author and mineral photographer Stuart Schneider. This completely revised and expanded edition is one of the most comprehensive references available for collectors interested in fluorescent minerals, featuring 208 pages packed with over 870 full-color photographs that showcase minerals in both ordinary daylight and under ultraviolet (UV) light.
Whether you're just getting started with UV mineral collecting or you're an experienced collector looking to identify rare fluorescent specimens, this beautifully illustrated guide explains the science behind mineral fluorescence, how to select UV lamps, where to find fluorescent minerals, and how to properly collect, care for, and display your specimens. Featuring examples from the famous Franklin and Sterling Hill mining districts in New Jersey, as well as specimens from across the United States and around the world, this book is an invaluable addition to any mineral enthusiast's library.
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What You'll Learn
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How fluorescent minerals glow under UV light
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Differences between shortwave, longwave, and midwave ultraviolet light
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How to identify fluorescent mineral species
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Where to collect fluorescent minerals
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Selecting the right UV lamp
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Proper specimen care and display
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Mineral values and collecting tips
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Fluorescent minerals from the U.S. and around the world
Features
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Written by Stuart Schneider
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Completely revised and expanded Second Edition
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Over 870 full-color photographs
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Side-by-side daylight and UV images
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Covers hundreds of fluorescent mineral specimens
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Includes minerals from the United States, Canada, Mexico, Greenland, Italy, Sweden, and other countries
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Helpful collecting, identification, and display advice
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Includes a resource section and specimen value guide
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Published by Schiffer Publishing
Benefits
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Learn to identify fluorescent minerals with confidence
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Compare specimens under daylight and ultraviolet illumination
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Understand the science behind mineral fluorescence
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Improve your collecting knowledge and display techniques
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Discover famous collecting localities around the world
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An outstanding reference for collectors of every experience level
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Specifications
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Title: Collecting Fluorescent Minerals, 2nd Edition
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Author: Stuart Schneider
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Edition: Second Edition (Revised & Expanded)
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Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
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Format: Paperback
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Pages: 208
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Size: 8.5" × 11"
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Illustrations: Over 870 Full-Color Photographs
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ISBN-13: 9780764336195
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Language: English
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Subject: Fluorescent Minerals, Mineral Collecting & Ultraviolet Identification
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Why Buy From High Plains Prospectors?
At High Plains Prospectors, we know that discovering a fluorescent mineral under ultraviolet light is an unforgettable experience. Collecting Fluorescent Minerals, 2nd Edition is one of the finest references available for learning how to identify, collect, and appreciate these remarkable specimens. With hundreds of stunning photographs, practical collecting advice, and detailed identification information, this book is an essential addition to the library of every rockhound, mineral collector, and geology enthusiast.
Seeing fluorescent minerals up close for the first time is an exciting experience. The colors are so pure and the glow is so seemingly unnatural, that it is hard to believe they are natural rocks. Hundreds of glowing minerals are shown, including Aragonite, Celestine, Feldspar, Microcline, Picropharmacolite, Quartz, Spinel, Smithsonite, plus many more. But don't let the hard-to-pronounce names keep you away. Over 870 beautiful color photographs illustrate how fluorescent minerals look under UV light and in daylight, making this an invaluable field guide. Here are minerals from the United States, including mines in New Jersey, New York, Arizona, and California, as well as beautiful and unusual minerals from Canada, Mexico, Greenland, Italy, Sweden, and other places. Included are values, a comprehensive resources section, plus helpful advice on caring for, collecting, and displaying minerals. The field of collecting fluorescent minerals is relatively new and this is one of the most complete references available.
