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A ROCKHOUNDING GUIDE TO NORTH CAROLINA'S BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS SECOND PRINTING PERSONALIZED AUTOGRAPH COPY Known for prized rubies, sapphires, and other gems, North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains hold rich treasure for rockhounds. This guide covers 30 rock and mineral collecting sites in 13 western counties. Visit the mine where the 1,445-carat "Star of the Carolinas" star sapphire was discovered; explore creeks and streams to screen for almandine garnet; and experience the glow of Chalk Mountain hyalite opal, said to be the most highly fluorescent opal in the world. Geologist Michael Streeter includes everything you need for your rockhounding adventure: clear, concise directions to each site, a list of rocks and minerals to be found there, recommended tools, color photographs of mineral specimens, and a glossary of geological terms. Guidelines for safe and responsible collecting, along with information on the region's colorful mining history, make this a very useful and educational guide. 132 pages; paperback; 2003 Price $19.95 + $4.80 priority shipping in continental US. For fastest delivery, order online by clicking on the Add To Cart button below: (PayPal is Safe, Free and Easy to use. - really!) $24.75 Most orders ship within 24 hours! Click the button below to contact me by email if you would prefer to order by check or money order.