--- product_id: 10759201 title: "Rock and Gem: The Definitive Guide to Rocks, Minerals, Gemstones, and Fossils" price: "242.61 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/10759201-rock-and-gem-the-definitive-guide-to-rocks-minerals-gemstones store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Detailed ID & care for gems & minerals Smithsonian-backed authoritative content 450+ vivid specimen photos Rock and Gem: The Definitive Guide to Rocks, Minerals, Gemstones, and Fossils **Price:** 242.61 DT **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ’Ž Own the ultimate guide to Earth's dazzling secrets! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Rock and Gem: The Definitive Guide to Rocks, Minerals, Gemstones, and Fossils - **How much does it cost?** 242.61 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/10759201-rock-and-gem-the-definitive-guide-to-rocks-minerals-gemstones) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Smithsonian-Approved Expertise:** Trust the accuracy and depth from the world’s largest museum complex. - β€’ **Unlock Earth's Hidden Treasures:** Explore 450+ rocks, minerals, and fossils with stunning visuals and expert insights. - β€’ **Master the Art of Rock Collecting:** Get practical tips on cutting, polishing, and displaying your prized finds. - β€’ **A Coffee Table Conversation Starter:** Elevate your space with a visually rich, intellectually stimulating guide that sparks curiosity. - β€’ **From Ancient Origins to Modern Marvels:** Discover fascinating stories behind iconic gems like the Hope diamond and Great Mogul emerald. ## Overview Rock and Gem: The Definitive Guide to Rocks, Minerals, Gemstones, and Fossils is a Smithsonian-endorsed, richly illustrated reference featuring over 450 specimens. This comprehensive guide blends scientific accuracy with captivating stories and practical advice, making it an essential resource for collectors, enthusiasts, and professionals alike. ## Description Explore the treasures of the Earth – sparkling crystals, vibrant gemstones, and age-old fossils – with this illustrated guide that’s sure to captivate every rockhound and budding gemologist. From primeval origins to their astonishing modern-day uses and appeal, this is the ultimate portrait of Earth's geological riches – rocks, minerals, crystals, and gems. Also included is a focussed look at other precious materials often prized for their beauty, such as amber, coral, ivory, and fossils. Learn how to identify more than 450 rock and mineral specimens through stunning photographs and detailed characteristics. Discover more about rocks and minerals through folklore and historical artifacts, and find out the fascinating stories behind the world's natural treasures, including the Hope diamond and the Great Mogul emerald. Practical advice on cutting, polishing, and displaying your finds further equips you with all the knowledge needed to delve into the world of rock and mineral collecting. Rock and Gem were produced in association with the Smithsonian Institution in Washington DC, the world's largest museum complex, ensuring the guide's accuracy. Review: A coffee table prize - I'm a retired field geologist, with broad grad-school exposure to the earth sciences. Along the way, I was reference staff in a respected university's advanced research earth sciences library. I've seen several highly-regarded, public and private rock and mineral collections. I've seen many minerals in-situ, in their native rock environment. I have considerable optical mineralogy and petrographic experience. However, I'm not a rock hound, nor a rock or gem collector. I appreciated that a mineral specimen or crystal was at home when I encountered in nature, so I typically took only photos and left well enough alone. That said, this book is a great deal as a coffee-table book. It's content shows the quality that's generally associated with the Smithsonian Institution, with good quality photographs and adult-level textual content. I wasn't super-sold by the sample photos for the book's product page, so I played it safe and purchased the paperback edition, new, at what turns out to be really good price. However, if I had been able to encounter this book in a bookstore--in hardback, I would've paid at least $60 and felt very smug about a good deal. Whichever edition, this is a quality, comprehensive presentation of physical geology, and rocks and minerals. Most comparable earth science books are not as economically priced. It's a well done tour de force on rocks and gems. Review: Absolutely Beautiful!! - This book is packed with images and variations and very useful details. I use it as a reference for crystal healing and identifying stones. ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 887 Reviews | ## Images ![Rock and Gem: The Definitive Guide to Rocks, Minerals, Gemstones, and Fossils - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/910GJ-aqrNL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A coffee table prize *by M***Y on January 26, 2021* I'm a retired field geologist, with broad grad-school exposure to the earth sciences. Along the way, I was reference staff in a respected university's advanced research earth sciences library. I've seen several highly-regarded, public and private rock and mineral collections. I've seen many minerals in-situ, in their native rock environment. I have considerable optical mineralogy and petrographic experience. However, I'm not a rock hound, nor a rock or gem collector. I appreciated that a mineral specimen or crystal was at home when I encountered in nature, so I typically took only photos and left well enough alone. That said, this book is a great deal as a coffee-table book. It's content shows the quality that's generally associated with the Smithsonian Institution, with good quality photographs and adult-level textual content. I wasn't super-sold by the sample photos for the book's product page, so I played it safe and purchased the paperback edition, new, at what turns out to be really good price. However, if I had been able to encounter this book in a bookstore--in hardback, I would've paid at least $60 and felt very smug about a good deal. Whichever edition, this is a quality, comprehensive presentation of physical geology, and rocks and minerals. Most comparable earth science books are not as economically priced. It's a well done tour de force on rocks and gems. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely Beautiful!! *by S***O on February 22, 2024* This book is packed with images and variations and very useful details. I use it as a reference for crystal healing and identifying stones. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love it! *by L***E on August 24, 2024* This book is excellent, informative and has beautiful pictures. Very pleased! ## Frequently Bought Together - Rock and Gem - Gemstone & Crystal Properties (Quick Study Home) - National Geographic Pocket Guide to Rocks and Minerals of North America --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/10759201-rock-and-gem-the-definitive-guide-to-rocks-minerals-gemstones](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/10759201-rock-and-gem-the-definitive-guide-to-rocks-minerals-gemstones) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-08-22*