Turquoise Unearthed: An Illustrated Guide
Joe Dan Lowry, Joe P. Lowry
Signed by both Authors
Paperback: 80 pages
Publisher: Rio Nuevo; Original edition (November 15, 2002)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1887896333
ISBN-13: 978-1887896337
Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 0.2 inches

Donated by passionate auction supporter Alice Ong.

About the Author
Joe Dan Lowry's family has been at the center of the turquoise trade for three generations. He owns and operates the Turquoise Museum in Albuquerque, New Mexico, which boasts the most extensive collection of turquoise in the world.

Joe P. Lowry and Joe Dan Lowry operate the Turquoise Museum and are recognized worldwide for their expertise.

5.0 out of 5 stars Should be required reading for turquoise lovers... November 7, 2005
By Michael Bellomo
This compact little book is jammed solid with luscious pictures of tuquoise and to-the-point information. The topics discussed range from the technique of inlays to the various methods turquoise is altered on the modern market - from 'stabilizing' to 'color enhancing'.

The heart of the book, which is sure to captivate rock hounds and bead/jewelry designers (I fall into both camps) is the pictorial review of the major American mines. You'll be able to see at a glance the difference between the pale greens of King Manassas and the blackberry-like beauty of Lander Blue.

Oh, and if you're planning a trip to Albuquerque, New Mexico, the author's Turquoise Museum is probably the best-kept tourist secret around. Highly recommended.