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The Complete Guide to Petoskey Stones is the authoritative guide for everyone who visits northern Michigan and can't wait to comb the beautiful beaches in search of Michigan's official state stone, the Petoskey. This book dispels myths about the Petoskey and reveals the true facts of this ancient fossilized coral. Instructive pictures and maps keep Petoskey fans on track every step of the way while guiding them to the best places to find the stone, including those favored by local Petoskey stone hunters and collectors. Once you've found a piece of the prized Michigan fossil, The Complete Guide to Petoskey Stones leads you through the many methods of polishing that bring this beautiful stone to life.
Paperback: 80 pages
Publisher: PETOSKEY CO-PUB (June 16, 2004)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0472030280
ISBN-13: 978-0472030286
Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
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rock collector, both novice and experienced. Detailed information on all aspects of the Petoskey stone are presented in a enjoyable and straightforward manner. The origin, history, location, finishing techniques [shaping, polishing] and craft uses of Michigan's state stone are all covered. To say Bruce Mueller & William Wilde's book will increase your knowledge and enjoyment of this beautiful stone is a understatement. This book provides readers with the precise location of sites in which one is likely to find Petoskey stones. On my first visit to a location described in "The Complete Guide to Petoskey Stones", I found more & larger Petoskey stones [around 30] in 2 hours than I'd found in the past four years.In August, I had the privilege of meeting author Bruce Mueller at his rock shop, C & M Rock Shop, which is just outside of Honor, Michigan. Mr Mueller was warm, friendly and willing to answer questions concerning the Petoskey Stone. Bruce Mueller was also kind enough to sign my copy of "Complete Guide to Petoskey Stones" and "Lake Michigan Rock Pickers Guide". Both of Bruce Mueller's wonderful books have been invaluable in enhancing my understanding of, ability to locate and uses for the treasures lying along Lake Michigan's beaches.
What a great book for adults and children. It is so nice to learn the history of the Petoskey stone. Gives you ideas of where to go and find them. I highly recommended this book to anyone who visits Lake Michigan and Lake Huron( I'v found many of these fossils in Lake Huron as well) and enjoys to look at the rocks and pick up a few along your travels on the shore.Reading this makes me wish I was a geologist myself!
This book is mostly a 'where to find them' book with a short background of history to the area. All pictures are black and white photographs of the stones and people collectiing. There is a geloogical timetable listed. This book is meant to be used in the field since there are 4 pages for note taking for the collector. A handy little book to have if collecting in the Michigan area.
Recently I made a trip to Michigan and became acquainted with the Petoskey Rock. My adventure there was so enjoyable and interesting, I wanted to understand more about this unique fossil/rock. After ordering this book my interest was elevated even further, so needless to say, I was very pleased with my purchase. Further more, due to the age of these rocks it should be required reading for anyone interested in geology.
We found lots of Petoskey and Charlevoix stones using the sites recommended in this book. Beautiful destinations!
Love this book about Petosket Stones,going back to see what other geology book,. You need to go look ,your find some great book ofdifferent things.
If you are interested in Petoskey stones this is the way to kick off and start building your "Book of Knowledge".
As a Petoskey Stone fan, I felt I needed to have this book in my collection. I even learned a few things!
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