Resources
The Geo-Literary Society is dedicated to fostering the sharing of sources and exchange of information about books, maps, and related printed matter on the subject of the natural substances of the Earth. Our goal is to provide a platform for individuals who are passionate about this topic to connect and collaborate. Join us in our mission to promote knowledge and appreciation of the Earth's natural wonders.
Below: Links to Malachite and Pegmatite Bibliographies and much more.
Malachite References
The link below will take you to malachite references prepared by Dr. James Shigley, a researcher at the Gemological Institute of America. The list is dated October 28, 2024. This information could be useful for those interested in gemological research and the study of malachite.
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Pegmatite References
The link below will take you to Pegmatite References prepared by Dr. James Shigley, a researcher at the Gemological Institute of America. The list is dated January 1, 2024. This information could be useful for those interested in gemological research and the study of pegmatites.
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Dr. James Shigley Biography
Dr. James Shigley's contribution to the literature of the geo-sciences is highly appreciated by the Geo-Literary Society. We are particularly grateful for his most recent effort, the creation of the Bibliography of Pegmatites. This valuable resource will undoubtedly benefit researchers and enthusiasts in the field. More about Dr. Shigley
Additional Gem-Bearing Granitic Pegmatite Entries 2024
Malachite Timeline
Map of world pegmatite gem deposites
Major Malachite Localities
Early Use of Term Pegmatite
René Just Haüy (illustration) is credited with the first use of the term pegmatite to describe granite in his 1801 work Traite de Mineralogie.Vol. 4, p. 450. Archive
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Wilhelm Karl Ritter von Haidinger used pegmatite correctly in his work Handbuch der Bestimmenden Mineralogie from 1845, p. 585. Archive
