Rocks & Minerals

Fluorescent Minerals Collection - Long and Shortwave

This study unit illustrates the response of certain minerals to ultraviolet radiation. Contains some minerals which only respond to shortwave radiation, others which only respond to long-wave radia... More.

Fluorescence Experiment Kit

A complete and affordable experiment kit that explains and demonstrates the properties of fluorescence. When certain ordinary, dull-looking rocks are exposed to ultraviolet light, they will actuall... More.

Hardness Scale with Test Kit

Includes first nine minerals used in Mohs’ scale, plus a streak plate, glass plate, and nail. Packed in a sturdy, polystyrene tray with lid. Includes identification key. More.

Natural Crystal Collection

Consists of 15 natural crystals from the six crystal systems. Both single and twin forms are represented. Sizes average 3/4" to 1-1/2". Key included. More.

10X Pocket Loupe

Quality foldout doublet magnifier with chromed metal holder. Length open 63 mm (2-1/2"), lens aperture 13 mm (1/2"), focal length 25 mm (1"). More.

Shortwave Ultraviolet Lamp

Single, 4 watt shortwave ultraviolet tube produces typical peak 254 nm intensity of 570 microwatts per cm2 at 15 cm (6") distance. With 7.6 x 5.1 cm (3" x 2") ultraviolet transmitting L... More.

Estwing Hammer with 22-oz. Pick Head

A flat, sharp, face pick excellent for prying out rock. The point end can be used to delve into the structure. More.

Physical Properties of Minerals Collection

This kit familiarizes the student with the physical properties used to identify minerals. The following physical properties are represented: hardness, streak, color, luster, cleavage and fracture, ... More.

Conglomerate - 1-kg Pkg.

Nasco packages its bulk Rock and Mineral Specimens in both 1-kg packages and packages of ten 3 cm x 4 cm specimens. This enables you to order specimens by weight for large projects or in presized s... More.

Gabbro - 1-kg Pkg.

Nasco packages its bulk Rock and Mineral Specimens in both 1-kg packages and packages of ten 3 cm x 4 cm specimens. This enables you to order specimens by weight for large projects or in presized s... More.