The Book of Gold   

Breitling, Devo et. al.

First English edition, Reed Publications, Frenchs Forest, 1981. HC, Quarto, 287pp with dust jacket. Slight rubbing to gold-embossed text on dust jacket, otherwise in excellent condition. This book was first published in German by Verlag G.C. Bucher, 1975. A study of gold and its history - from laboratory, mining and refining to magic, myth, rituals and medieval alchemical studies. Includes Australia.

In Search of Mineral Wealth   SOLD

O'Neil, Bernard

Publisher: South Australian Dept of Mines and Energy, Adelaide, 1982. HC, 18 x 25.5cm, 359pp. Dust Jacket slightly rubbed, otherwise in excellent condition. A history of geological exploration and mining in SA to 1944. Size 18 x 25 5 cm.

In Search of Opal   SOLD

Kalokerinos, Archie

Publisher: Ure Smith, Sydney, 1967. HC, 23.1 x 18.1 cm, 144pp. Full colour photographs throughout. Corners of dust jacket slightly bumped, otherwise in excellent condition. The author's experiences on the opal fields of Coober Pedy. Size 18 x 23 cm.

Colorado Amazonstone   

The Treasure of Crystal Peak. Odiorne, H.H. 'Tom'

Publisher: Forum, Denver, 1978. HC, 27 x 21.5 cm, 60pp. Full colour photographs throughout. Edges of dust jacket slightly worn, otherwise in excellent condtion. Signed by author. Comprehensive discussion of amazonite, one of Colorado's most beautiful mineral treasures. Explores the relationship of this highly desirable mineral to Colorado's geology and contains maps, diagrams and information on associated mineral deposits. Sined by the author.

The World of Minerals Through Postage Stamps   

Autissier, Jean-Michel

Publisher: Atelier JMA, Saint-Armand-Montrond, 1987. SC, 121pp. Full colour throughout. Edge of spine slightly bumped, otherwise in VG condition. Simultaneous French/English text detailing country of issue, value, date etc of stamps featuring mineral or gemstone themes. Size 16.5 x 25 cm.

Mineral Museums of Europe   

Burchard, U.

Publisher: Walnut Hill Publishing Co., 1986. HC, 289pp. Colour & B/W photographs throughout. Slight wear to edges of dust jacket, otherwise in excellent condition. English edition of this excellent guide for those wishing to add a bit of extra sparkle to their European tour.

To The Diggings!   

Hocking, Geoff

Publisher: Lothian, Melbourne, 2000. HC, 21.5 x 28.5 cm, 256pp. Colour & B/W photographs throughout. Slight wear to edges of dust jacket, otherwise excellent condition. Signed and dedicated by author. Commemorates the 150th anniversary of the discovery of gold in Australia. Scarce.

Dana's System of Mineralogy, 7th ed.   

Palache, Berman, Frondel

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, New York, 1966. HC, 1124pp. 7th edition, Volume 2. Good condition, cloth boards, no dj. The landmark work, offering a complete and detailed listing and description of all mineral species through to 1962. Lists prominent localities, and includes the Dana system for those who like to catalog their collection 'by the book'. Only title page illustated. Size 15.5 x 235 cm.

The Gold Seekers   

Bartlett, Norman

Publisher: Jarrolds, London, 1965. HC, 240pp, Slight scuffing and wear to edges of dust jacket, otherwise in very good condition. The story of the Australian gold rush. Size 14.5 x 21.5 cm.

Australian Mineralogist   SOLD

Kovac, et. al. (eds)

Publisher: Gemcraft, Melbourne, 1988. SC. Slightly rubbed, otherwise in VG condition. Volume 1, nos 1-51 (covering 1975 - 1986) of this important journal published together as a book. Size 21.5 cm x 27 cm.

An Outline of Metallurgical Practice   SOLD

Hayward, Carle R.

Publisher: D. Van Nostrand Company, New York, !940 HC, 690pp. Wear to cover, good condition. Title page illustrated, no picture of the cover. Size 18 x 23.5 cm.

The Emerald   SOLD

Mumme, A.

Publisher: Mumme Publications, Port Hacking, 1982. SC, 135pp. Excellent condtion. Size 7.3 x23.5 cm.