Author: Charles W. KingPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Gems
Languages : en
Pages : 474
Book Description
The Natural History, Ancient and Modern, of Precious Stones and Gems, and of the Precious Metals
Author: Charles W. KingPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Gems
Languages : en
Pages : 474
Book Description
The Natural History of Gems Or Decorative Stones
Author: Charles William KingPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Gems
Languages : en
Pages : 402
Book Description
The Natural History of Gems Or Semi-precious Stones
Author: Charles William KingPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Gems
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
The Crown Jewels of England
Author: George John YounghusbandPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Crown jewels
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Simon & Schuster's Guide to Gems and Precious Stones
Author: Kennie LymanPublisher: Touchstone
ISBN: 9780671604301
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
Simon & Schuster's Guide to Gems and Precious Stones provides both the connoisseur and the casual collector with a compact, easy-to-use volume describing more than 100 rare varieties of minerals whose beauty and mystery have possessed our imaginations from time immemorial. More than 450 brilliant photographs accompany profiles of each gem, covering such aspects as appearance, physical properties -- density, hardness, refraction -- occurrence, and how to judge quality and value. Additional sections describe the process of cutting gemstones and the techniques professional gemologists use to evaluate a stone's weight and optical properties. Detailed and comprehensive, this book is essential for anyone interested in the study of gems and precious stones.
The Curious Lore of Precious Stones
Author: George Frederick KunzPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Gems
Languages : en
Pages : 554
Book Description
The Natural History, Ancient and Modern, of Precious Stones and Gems, and of the Precious Metals
Author: Charles W. KingPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Gems
Languages : en
Pages : 474
Book Description
A Book of Precious Stones
Author: Julius WodiskaPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Precious stones
Languages : en
Pages : 482
Book Description
Gemstones
Author: Karen HurrellPublisher: Chartwell Books
ISBN: 0785834982
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
This fascinating work provides a truly stunning visual guide to the beautiful world of gemstones. It brings together a wealth of information in clearly worded text accompanied by a dazzling collection of color photographs showing gems in their natural and cut states. From subjects as diverse as identifying and collecting minerals and advanced testing, to ethical sourcing of gems, every aspect of gemstones is covered, and is presented with a wealth of research in easy-to-understand sections, making it a must-have reference work for anyone who wants to delve into the exciting world of gems.
The Natural History Museum Book of Gemstones
Author: Robin HansenPublisher:
ISBN: 9780565092245
Category : Gems
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Gemstones have been a source of fascination for Millenia, from the icy brilliance of diamond and the soft iridescence of pearl, to the deep red garnets treasured by ancient Egyptians and Victorians alike. They are used for their natural beauty in jewellery, worn for protection as talismans, associated with romance and power. They are also of scientific importance, forming over billions of years and containing secrets to the inner earth. This book examines the world's most commonly encountered gemstones, exploring their unique beauty, rarity, and durability. It reveals how these gem materials formed, where they are mined, how they are identified by their physical and optical properties, their enhancements and imitations. Travelling through each gem's history and use in adornment, it is filled with fascinating facts for the curious to the professional. With sumptuous colour photographs, Gemstones is a dazzling insight into the world of the rare and valuable"--Back cover.