Turquoise

by Eric Ethan

Book Overview

What gem comes from the Sleeping Beauty mine? What gem was featured on the mask of the Egyptian king Tutankhamen and in Native American jewelry? It's turquoise. Readers will learn amazing facts about one of the only gems to be mined in North America. Captivating photographs show the variety of turquoise pieces that can be found throughout the world.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1433947110
• ISBN13: 9781433947117
• Release Date: August 2011
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 2.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 7 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 5