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Author
Publisher
Firefly Books
Pub. Date
2008.
Physical Desc
256 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 26 cm
Language
English
Formats
Description
Guide to the indentification and use of gemstones. Includes the geology, chemistry and properties of gemstones, what to look for when buying and how to care for them, plus information on the diamond industry.
Author
Publisher
Antique Collectors' Club
Pub. Date
2011.
Edition
Second edition.
Physical Desc
160 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
As well as diamonds, emeralds, rubies and sapphires, over 100 gems are featured, with full descriptions, technical details, and tips on how to check for fakes; illustrated throughout with fabulous color photographs to make identification easier.
7) Gemstones
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
[2013]
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents information about precious gems, including where they can be found, how some are formed, and what gives some gemstones their color.
9) Firefly guide to gems: [illustrated guide to the identification, properties and use of gemstones]
Author
Publisher
Firefly Books
Pub. Date
2003.
Physical Desc
224 pages : color illustrations ; 20 cm
Language
English
Author
Publisher
Echo Point Books & Media
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
xiv, 406 pages ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
This foundational study of gemstone lore presents a comprehensive history of precious and semi-precious stones and a survey of their particular properties. Elements of folklore, cultural beliefs, strange characteristics, occult attributes, birthstone designations, and traditional magical and healing properties of gemstones are all thoroughly reviewed.
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
440 pages : color illustrations ; 32 cm
Language
English
Description
Whether you're interested in fine jewelry or mineralogy, this book provides in-depth information about all the major gem types. The text reveals the riches of the Earth from raw minerals to jewelry pieces. It also explains the science, history, and mythology that surround the gems.
Author
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Pub. Date
2022.
Physical Desc
240 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 21 cm
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Gemstones have been a source of delight and fascination for thousands of years, from the icy brilliance of diamond and the soft iridescence of pearl to tough jade gems once used in weapons and pink topaz that was popular in Victorian jewelry. This book covers every known type of gemstone, exploring each one's unique beauty, rarity, and durability. It reveals how gems form, where they are found and mined, how to identify them, and more. With sumptuous...
Author
Series
Treasures of Surrey novels volume 1
Publisher
Thomas Nelson
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Born into two different classes, James and Camille shouldn't even know each other. But when the pursuit of a missing ruby brings them together, much more than a mere acquaintance is ignited. The daughter of a curiosity shop owner, Camille would never be considered a lady. Nor does she want to be. With a fiery personality, she dreams of adventures far beyond the walls of her family's modest business. But when her father thrusts a mysterious box into...
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