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National Geographic Gem Dig Kit
Brief Description
Experience the thrill of discovery with the National Geographic Gemstone Dig Kit! You’ll excavate tiger’s eye, amethyst, and quartz from the dig brick with the included dig tools, just like a real geologist. A full-colour learning guide provides fascinating insight into your new specimens, and a...
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National Geographic Gem Dig Kit
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Experience the thrill of discovery with the National Geographic Gemstone Dig Kit!
You’ll excavate tiger’s eye, amethyst, and quartz from the dig brick with the included dig tools, just like a real geologist. A full-colour learning guide provides fascinating insight into your new specimens, and a magnifying glass allows you to get a closer look at each.
This hands-on science kit is an exciting way to explore the awesome world of geology right at home!
Kit Includes:
- 1 Dig Brick
- 3 Gemstone Specimens (Tiger’s Eye, Quartz, Amethyst)
- 1 Dig Tool
- 1 Brush
- 1 Magnifying Glass
- 1 Learning Guide with Instructions
Product Details
INFORMATION
Barcode: 816448029646
Recommended age group: 8 years or older
DIMENSIONS
Length: 60.0mm
Width: 185.0mm
Height: 254.0mm
Weight: 300g
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