Gem And Stone
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Author | : Kennie Lyman |
Publisher | : Touchstone |
Total Pages | : 388 |
Release | : 1986-03-13 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 9780671604301 |
Download Simon & Schuster's Guide to Gems and Precious Stones Book in PDF, Epub and Kindle
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.
Author | : Julius Wodiska |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 482 |
Release | : 1909 |
Genre | : Precious stones |
ISBN | : |
Download A Book of Precious Stones Book in PDF, Epub and Kindle
Author | : Walter Schumann |
Publisher | : N. A. G. Press |
Total Pages | : 279 |
Release | : 2001 |
Genre | : Precious stones |
ISBN | : 9780719803017 |
Download Gemstones of the World Book in PDF, Epub and Kindle
A comprehensive manual of the world's gemstones and includes more than 1,400 examples. Opposite each illustration, this text provides a description of the particular stone, including details of the properties and chemical composition which makes the stone unique. It also gives information on location of major deposits, and alternative names.
Author | : Walter Schumann |
Publisher | : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc. |
Total Pages | : 328 |
Release | : 2009 |
Genre | : Antiques & Collectibles |
ISBN | : 9781402768293 |
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"Gemstones of the World" is an essential resource for every hobbyist, jeweler, or jewelry maker. More than 1,500 full-color photos showcase each precious and semiprecious stone in its rough, natural, polished, and cut renditions.
Author | : Jenifer Altman |
Publisher | : Chronicle Books |
Total Pages | : 137 |
Release | : 2012-09-05 |
Genre | : Art |
ISBN | : 1452109079 |
Download Gem and Stone Book in PDF, Epub and Kindle
"A drop dead gorgeous collection of photography of gemstones and minerals from Polaroid Notes and Instant Love author Jen Altman. A visual treat for the gem, crystal, and mineral enthusiast--whether traditional or recent--this volume features extreme close-ups showcasing the visual splendor of the stones accompanied by a brief textual portrait of the stone, including geological, metaphysical, and historical details"--
Author | : Justin Prim |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : |
Release | : 2021-07 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9781737057802 |
Download The Secret Teachings of Gemcutting Book in PDF, Epub and Kindle
The Secret Teachings of Gemcutting is a collection of classic gemstone designs spanning 500 years. The designs are presented with full color photos, historical information, cutting advice, and design information. These are industry standard designs for the gem and jewelry trade for all the major gemstone cutting centers around the world. This collection marks the first time the designs have been compiled for public consumption. This volume will prove useful to both gemcutters who want to cut these essential designs and to jewelers who would like a visual aid to present different gemstone styles to their customers. Aside from the designs, the introductory chapters of the book contain invaluable information about gemstone design, optics, gem physics, modifying designs, pairing rough gems with an appropriate design, and more.
Author | : Lance Grande |
Publisher | : University of Chicago Press |
Total Pages | : 387 |
Release | : 2009-11-15 |
Genre | : Design |
ISBN | : 0226305112 |
Download Gems and Gemstones Book in PDF, Epub and Kindle
"Gems and Gemstones" features nearly 300 color images of cut gems, precious and semiprecious stones, gem-quality mineral specimens, and fine jewelry to be unveiled in the new Grainger Hall of Gems at the Field Museum in Chicago.
Author | : Devin Dennie |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 98 |
Release | : 2017-07-11 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 1465494510 |
Download My Book of Rocks and Minerals Book in PDF, Epub and Kindle
A stunning visual reference book for little geologists who love to find fascinating rocks all around them. Identify colorful gemstones, sparkly crystals, the toughest rocks, and ancient fossils. Packed with fun facts, information, and extensive photos all about the rocks and minerals that make up the world around us. Interactive learning that engages young scholarly minds. Learn about 64 different types of rocks and minerals, how to tell the difference between them and where to find them. Dig into all the interesting geological materials from deep space to the deepest caves. You’ll even discover glow in the dark minerals and living gems! Find out about the stuff our world is made of, and how rocks and minerals form over time. This captivating book introduces children to hands-on science with fun activities like starting your own impressive rock collection and how to stay safe on your rock finding missions. Written for kids aged 6 to 9 with bite-sized information and explanations. The easy-to-understand language gives them a rock-solid foundation for science subjects. The geology book includes the phonetic pronunciation of the rock and mineral names so your little one will sound like a rock expert in no time. Rockin’ It With Stones And Minerals • Stunning high-quality photographs. • Inspiring activities for little Earth scientists. • Over 64 types of rocks, their properties, and how they are formed.
Author | : George Frederick Kunz |
Publisher | : New York : Scientific Publishing Company |
Total Pages | : 558 |
Release | : 1890 |
Genre | : Beads |
ISBN | : |
Download Gems and Precious Stones of North America ... Book in PDF, Epub and Kindle
A popular description of their occurrence, value, history, archaeology and of the collections in which they exist, also a chapter on pearls and on remarkable foreign gems owned in the United States...
Author | : Dorothy McKenney Schlegel |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 64 |
Release | : 1957 |
Genre | : Precious stones |
ISBN | : |
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