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The Reed Field Guide to New Zealand Geology The Reed Field Guide to New Zealand Geology Ref: Field Guide
The Reed Field Guide to New Zealand Geology
An introduction to rocks, minerals & fossils

by Jocelyn Thornton

This is the first field guide written for the general public and beginners in geology in New Zealand. Now fully revised and updated, it shows travellers in New Zealand something of the tremendous variety of our rocks, minerals and fossils and describes what to look for in many areas where rock formations are prominent. It covers the history of New Zealand from it's beginnings on the sea floor some 600 million years ago to it's present patchwork landscape of volcano, range and plain.

The land was formed from many different layers of rock- volcanic flows, forest debris, ocean mud. All these have special characteristics, which are explained and illustrated to enable readers to find the layers and understand their origins and what they can tell us about the landscape of the past. The crystals that grew in the rocks and the remains of living creatures that were preserved are also illustrated and described. Written in simplified terms, it includes an introductory chapter on general geology, a geological time chart and quick reference maps of the North Island and the South Island for travellers.



 


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KAPIA New Zealand Kauri Gum KAPIA New Zealand Kauri Gum Ref: Kapia
KAPIA New Zealand Kauri Gum
by Neil Hanna & Diana Menefy

This book gives us an insite into
Formation
Location
Early Maori Uses
European History
Early Trade
Gum Dealers
Gum Industry
Varieties & Colours
Natural Inclusions
Curios, Carvings & Fakes
Cutting & Polishing
Kauri Gum Jewellery

The book has been personally signed by Neil Hanna 


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Pounamu New Zealand Jade Pounamu New Zealand Jade Ref: Pounamu
POUNAMU New Zealand Jade
by Neil Hanna & Diana Menefy

This book gives us an insite into
Mythology
Types of NZ Jade
NZ Locations
Traditional Designs & Uses
Cutting & Carving Today

 


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The Magic Of Crystals & Gemstones The Magic Of Crystals & Gemstones  Ref: Crystals & Gems
The Magic Of Crystals & Gemstones

This book explores:
The history of gemstones
The religious & cultural connections of the gems we know & use today
The magical & healing properties attributed to gemstones
Gemstone Links with - signs of the zodiac & birth months
- countries
- days of the week
- wedding anniversaries
The significance of gemstones in dreams
Common terminology for stones & their shapes
Hardness & specific gravity

Plus - an alphabetical listing of gemstones with information on their composition, history & mystical properties.
Plus - 26 new gemstones in this new edition.

The ideal guidebook for anyone with an interest in gemstones. 


Price:   $30.00 (Including: GST at 12.5%)
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