 | | Book | | and Pasties Fifty Years of Collecting Minerals Gold from Hope's Nose, Devon. 23 x 15 mm. Image© Jeff...my father worked. During the winter of 1943 -1944 an air raid hit our house with several incendiary bombs...moved up to Bolton in Lancashire. My father being an aircraft fitter/engineer was relocated to work in...refurbish petrol stations. One of our contracts was an extension to a ladies' hairdressers shop in Downend...small plastering company and I spent four years as an apprentice with him. We also carried out general |  | | Journal (issue) | | collection; photo by Harold and Erica Van Pelt. See the special supplement in this issue devoted to the...specimens, the researcher should still be provided an opportunity at least to visually examine the best...published recognition for his contributions. Sometimes, an inferior sample is provided for description, and...perspective) to be in poor taste. The finding of an undescribed new mineral by a collector is not instant...on all when one is honored. However, this might be an inevitable condition considering the very personal |  | | Journal (issue) | | Amethyst B & W Minerals Geology Museum & Shop 5609 North Pike G olden, CO 80403 303-278-2936 Fine Colorado...264 St. James Collections Colorado School o f Mines Golden, CO 80401 303-273-3823 Mon-Sat 9-4, Sun 1-4...12-15, 1985 Denver Satellite Show, Holiday Inn North, Sept. 11-14, 1985 The Mineralogical Record, volume...Articles Famous mineral localities: the Kingsgate mines ........................................ 265 by...approval of the editor. Suggestions for authors See Vol. 16, no. 2, p. 105, or write for copy. Replacement |  | | Book | | those people lucky enough to be able to travel to see them; others are in private hands and are seldom...FRANCE; Curator, School of Mines, Paris 4 F. HOFMANN, Professor, School of Mines, Freiberg, EAST GERMANY...H. J. SCHUBNEL, Professor and author, School of Mines, Paris, FRANCE ¥& JOHN SINKANKAS, author and collector...unique experience; for the first time he can enjoy an array of seventy-eight specimens each judged best...In the Gallery these seventy-six are presented in an order calculated to delight the eye rather than merely | | | Journal (issue) | | collection; photo by Harold and Erica Van Pelt. See the special supplement in this issue devoted to the...specimens, the re searcher should still be provided an opportunity at least to visually examine the best...published recognition for his contributions. Sometimes, an inferior sample is provided for description, and...perspective) to be in poor taste. The finding of an undescribed new mineral by a collector is not instant...on all when one is honored. However, this might be an inevitable condition considering the very personal | | | Book | | 000007 0000®* The World’s Finest W MV >1VL an a CRYSTALS by Peter Bancroft A Studio Book THE...FRANCE; Curator, School of Mines, Paris ^ F* HOFMANN, Professor, School of Mines, Freiberg, east Germany...j. schubnel, Pro fessor and author, School of Mines, Paris, FRANCE ^ JOHN sinkankas, author and collector...unique ex perience; for the first time he can enjoy an array of seventy-eight specimens each judged best...In the Gallery these seventy-six are presented in an order calculated to delight the eye rather than merely |  | | Book (edition) | | Brazilianite, 35 mm, Linopolis, Brazil, H Page 13: Gold, 35 mm.Eagle's est Mine, California, G Publi!>hed...groups: The number of new mineral species may grow as an avalanche, flooding the mineral population with tens...lepidolite, wolfrarnite). In many cases, minerals have an intermediate composition between theoretical end-members...amphibole group). For more detailed information see "Dana's System of Mineralogy•· ( 1944, I 951, 1962)...to crystallographic tenns (e .g. prismatine), to an organization (e.g .. mgriite). to a journal (minrecordite) |  | | Book | | aid to 220 species and varieties • • Includes an introduction to the world's key mineral-forming environments...minerals. From precious native elements such as silver, gold and copper to complex silicates such as vesuvianite...pride of any geological collection. From the green, gold and blue iridescent sheen of labradorite to the...visual aid to 220 species and varieties Includes an introduction to the world's key mineral-forming environments...southwater , This edition Is published by Southwater, an imprint of Anness Publishing Ltd, Hermes House, 88-89 |  | | Journal (issue) | | ( \ \ J A T T TTl Wayne & Dona Leicht, 875 North Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 9265 A '...they should be criticized for it. If they produce an inferior exhibit, they should be called to account...collections as well. Today, mineral collectors are an active lot. They have more and better means of communication...more likely to go wherever they must in order to see important new museum displays. Also, major mineral...*Fossils * Gems *Jewelry * \ Holiday Inn (Denver North) & Best Western (Central) 0 j t. ^ Sunday Easter |  | | Book | | edition is published by Hermes House Hermes House is an imprint of Anness Publishing Ltd Hermes House, 88-89...getting under way, look closer and you begin to see subtle the famous Scottish poet Sir Walter differences...stones to pieces they’re still just stones, but to an like sa’ many roadmakers run daft. experienced...experienced rock hunter, each has its They say it is to see how the warld was own fascinating story to tell. ...strange activity. magnifying glass, and you begin to see Yet go to a beach or any stream it is made from |  | | Journal (issue) | | I V r A ( J I 1A j 1 Wayne & Dona Leicht, 875 North Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 9265 M /T...Mandarino Famous mineral localities: The Annaberg District, Lower A u stria ...............................paragenesis, classic and new locations, etc. are invited. An audience of knowledgeable amateurs as well as professional...Merchandise Mart • Mart Plaza 58th St. & Washington St. (North side of Mart) SEPT. 1 8 - 1 9 - 2 0 S how H ours:...reported here. This wealth of world localities makes for an interesting compilation of occurrences, associated |  | | Journal (issue) | | Ju1t, Nr, Penzance, COmwaJI, England UKJournal of Mines & Minerals No. 31 -1,\ EDITORIAL his edition of...determined, obsessional and secretive, he assembled an unrivalled mineral collection through a combination...untimely death in 1982at the age of 35 was the end of an important chapter in the history of British mineral...-ploits have been published, an omission we address in this issue in an article begun by the late Mick...Iinarite from the Caldbeck Fells and fluorite from the north Pennines grace museum collections across the world |  | | Journal (issue) | | ....................425 by W. D. Birch & A. van der Heyden Mimetite and duftite from the Mount Bonnie...ania. A nonym ou s collection; p h o to by H arold an d Erica Van Pelt. Copyright 1988 © by the Mineralogical...and coal. It is among the top three producers of gold, lead, zinc, silver, nickel, manganese, precious...gallium and the whole spectrum of the rare earths. An understanding of the richness of Australia’s mineral...officaldom give a high priority to minerals and mines in their plans to establish Australia as a new colony |  | | Journal (issue) | | Advertising Manager Thomas P. Moore Tpmoorel@cox.net A gold specimen from the Spanish Dry Diggings, Eldorado...from the La Marina mine, Muzo District, Boyaca Department, Colombia. See the article on the Colombian...magazine; 'TU be the first to join," said Bryan. It was an excellent idea, but it needed a point man. At the...Fellows program receives an attractive certificate each year, which can be framed on an office or mineral room...room wall. And in 2016 we began presenting gold medallions-large pins with a magnetic clasp--that can |  | | Book | | with the originators. Front cover: Hope 's Nose Gold, Torquay , FOV 8mm Specimen & photo: John Hall ...all thei.r skiUs and expertise - wor1h more th,an gold were the.y. We also must ac.knowle.dg-e, f,o r...hisi9ht hav,e earned medals of pure gold . To mountai.ns, mines and qu,a r,ries and even golden sands...Through Sussvc flint and selenite and even Scottish gold Of ,course the ye:a.rly mineral show is ano,ther...E.GSt 'to W,e st and' North to South the Logo's been unfurled For North is North and E,a.st is East both |  | | Journal (issue) | | put the finishing touches on Neal’s manuscript and see it through to publication in Neal’s name. However...equipment useful to the micromounter. There is even an appendix listing over 300 species that are water-sensitive...in g C o u n t y Martin Jensen Mackay School of Mines University of Nevada, Reno Reno, Nevada 89557-0047...various times of the year, and it is not uncommon to see up to a dozen other campers and groups around during...species have been donated to the Mackay School of Mines museum. I also maintain a fine and complete collection |  | | Catalog/List | | average, is offered on this and future lists" 1 As an cx:;icriment, this is the first British client &...4¾x3~-x211 , :~20 . 00 . lustrous twinned co-d~vclo~cd an Very bric;ht and colourful on,plcasingly,luycred...transparent group of to.bular 3. 20. BARYTES. United Mines,St.Day,Cornwall.(Ex.Christie Collection). little...collection~ 4x3x1i",.f-3.50° 33. CASSITERITE. North Goonbarrow Mine,Bue;le,Cornwall. Lustrous,large..... CASSITERITE/SIDERITE. Tincroft i•1ine, Illoi:;an i Cornw,?..11 Very rich lightbrown coloured to i:;reenish-brown |  | | Book | | for the field rock saw; DeBeers Consoli¬ dated Mines, Inc., for the three stages in diamond cutting;...en¬ tire field. Most of the subjects follow an alphabetic, ency¬ clopedic style, and each is... The geographical and geological distribution is an important fact about any given species; it is therefore...happens that specimens brought in from the field have an unnecessary amount of waste rock adhering, or part...Glass-walled showcase with sliding, locking doors provides an attractive display area and protection for choice |  | | Journal (issue) | | Sperdhurst KENT TN30NP John Burgess The Old School 168 North Cray Road Sid cup KENT DA14 5EL Trevor Devon Battle...explain that minerals and mineral collections were an accepted part of Russian life and they did not have...1754-1826. The malachite was collected from copper mines in the Urals and Jolyon was amazed to note that...rose-style cut. There are many gold and platinum nuggets on display with the largest gold nugget weighing 36 kgs...museum is also located outside Moscow and is owned by an anti-western old time communist. He apparently has | | | Book | | , for the field rock saw; DeBeers Consolidated Mines, Inc., for the three stages in diamond cutting;...underlie the entire field. Most of the subjects follow an alphabetic, encyclopedic style, and each is a concise...be admitted to a The geographical and geological an important fact about any given species; it is has...brought in from the field first well-tempered have an unnecessary amount of waste rock adhering, or part...Glass-walled showcase with sliding, locking doors provides an attractive showcase can turn the serious collector’s |  | | Journal (article/letter/editorial) | | 3(MnFeOaNa~)sP~0 s ; H~O Am. Journ, SoL, July ~nd August~ 1878, ~nd 1K~y1879. 106 REVIEWS AN,D NOTICES, •osphorite...Reddingtonite . . . . 1 '0930 I'1524 1" 1"1530 1" Scorodite ( Vom tgath.) 1 '1020 Strengite (_7Vies,}. . ...rhombohedral aspect, as shewn in fig. 8. STIBIAI~ITE.--(E. GOLDS~IITK, ~rOC. .dead. -Srat. Sei., Philadelphia, 1878...Found at Silver Islet Mine, Lake Superior. Named from an Indian word meaning Thunder--whence Thunder Bay. |  | | Journal (article/letter/editorial) | | 3(MnFeOaNa~)sP~0 s ; H~O Am. Journ, SoL, July ~nd August~ 1878, ~nd 1K~y1879. 106 REVIEWS AN,D NOTICES, •osphorite...Reddingtonite . . . . 1 '0930 I'1524 1" 1"1530 1" Scorodite ( Vom tgath.) 1 '1020 Strengite (_7Vies,}. . ...rhombohedral aspect, as shewn in fig. 8. STIBIAI~ITE.--(E. GOLDS~IITK, ~rOC. .dead. -Srat. Sei., Philadelphia, 1878...Found at Silver Islet Mine, Lake Superior. Named from an Indian word meaning Thunder--whence Thunder Bay. |  | | Journal (issue) | | advertising 602-299-5274 jggestions for authors See Vol. 12, no. 6, p. 399, or write for copy. Replacement...collection of the School of Mines, Paris, is about 1.7 cm tall. Photo by Olaf Medenbach. See Notes from Mexico...influence species dealers from the perspective of an ivory tower. Such influence must come from within...striven to build cooperation and it saddens me to see a few unethical persons tear it down. In almost all...1983 n o t e s f r o m t h e ; EDITOR GOLD ISSUE SOLD OUT! As I write this (mid-January 1983) |  | | Journal (issue) | | Wayne & Dona Leicht, 875 North Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 (714) 494-7695 . . . 494-5155...now boring to me! Oh yes, I still enjoy looking at an extraordinary specimen like the Alma King, the Rose...surfac All of this provides the single crystal fancier an intimacy with crys that few other collectors ever...little jewels for hours beca there is so much to see if one has the patience to explore wit microscope...finding good ones mounts. Which ms me wonder why I am sharing the joys of single crystal collecting \ this |  | | Journal (issue) | | ............................. 477 by D. Waisman An occurrence of bixbyite, spessartine, topaz and pseudobrookite...W. E. Wilson Letter from Europe: Ste-Marie-aux-Mines Show ............................494 by M. P. Cooper...it means participation. The end result should be an awareness on any particular subject (in other words:...dramatic and spectacular natural history exhibits in North Amer ica. These exhibits incorporate artifacts...We should then see more potential future collectors and earth scientists as a result. An option for museums |
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