Gemhunting Atlas of Australia

Paul Hamlyn, 1973, [First Edition], ISBN 0600071464, colour maps throughout, colour photographic plates, hardcover with illustrated boards

Very Good Condition, some edge and shelf wear, some rubbing and bumping to edges and corners, store stamp to front endpaper, minor foxing to endpapers and introductory pages (see photographs)

“A basic knowledge of rocks and their minerals forming potential is essential to the gemhunter.  Minerals (gemstones) are found in known gemfields or in areas which by their formations and accompanying rocks are likely to contain gems.  This book contains 30 large scale maps of the main gem-fields and 78 complete and detailed maps of Australia’s road system.  As well, it lists the types, colours, crystal system and where the gems occur.”