The Geological Sampling from Southern Appalachia is the fourteenth in a series of rock, gemstone, fossil, and mineral sets from Fantasia Mining. This series is perfect to introduce childern to the joys of rock collecting and to get them excited about these natural wonders of the world. These sets have been used in pre-K, elementary, secondary and home schooling classrooms. They allow the teacher to interact with students in a fun and entertaining manner by letting the students have a hands on experience with real earth mined specimens instead of just viewing a picture in a book. The sets in this series aren't only for the classroom and aspiring geologists of all ages will enjoy the unique completely natural specimens received.

The Geological Sampling from Southern Appalachia you are ordering contains 12 different types of natural rough rocks, gems, and mineral specimens. Each individual specimen measures around 1/2" and is attached to the included identification card which also shows if the specimen is a rock, gem or mineral.

This set includes the following natural specimens: Dunite, Gneiss, Sandstone, Slate, Garnet, Amazonite, Amethyst, Unakite, Mica, Talk, Quartz and Feldspar.

This is the authentic Fanatsia Mining Geological Sampling from Southern Appalachia set which is proudly made in the USA - Manufacturer's Part Number APP-FQ23. Contains small parts and is recommended for children 8 and up.