“Identification Guide to Minerals and Rocks” (Russian language mineralogical text); 1950

A Soviet-era mineralogical text, Opredelitel Mineralov i Gornykh Porod (1950) by V. G. Muzafarov is a practical identification guide to minerals and rocks, originally produced for use in geological and pedagogical institutes in the USSR.

The book includes numerous illustrations and diagrams demonstrating mineral forms, aggregates, and basic identification features. Written in Russian, it reflects mid-20th century Soviet approaches to mineralogy and geological education, offering an interesting contrast to Western publications of the same period.

This example is in solid vintage condition, with expected age-related wear to the covers. The interior remains clean and well-preserved. A neat and somewhat uncommon piece for collectors of mineralogical literature or those with an interest in Soviet scientific publications.

Title: Opredelitel Mineralov i Gornykh Porod (Identification Guide to Minerals and Rocks)
Author: V. G. Muzafarov
Publisher: State Educational Publishing House (USSR)
Place of publication: Moscow
Year: 1950
Language: Russian
Format: Hardcover
Illustrations: Yes — includes diagrams and mineral illustrations