This report provides an overview of the geological features and resources of the state of New Jersey, as well as an analysis of the economic impact of the mining and mineral industries. It also includes detailed maps and reports on specific mineral deposits and geological formations. This is an essential resource for anyone interested in geology or the economic history of New Jersey. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.