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Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780873110297
Total Pages : 270 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (12 download)
Download or read book Gem Reference Guide written by and published by . This book was released on 1995-01-01 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1465462120
Total Pages : 442 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (654 download)
Download or read book Gem written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-10-04 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prepare to be dazzled by this shining and sumptuous visual guide to the world's greatest treasures. Feast your eyes on glittering gemstones, kaleidoscopic minerals, and famous trinkets in this comprehensive exploration of Earth's finest jewels. Following a foreword from Aja Raden, hundreds of pages take a lavish look at precious stones, precious metals, and organic gems in all their natural wonder. From agate to zoisite, everything under the Sun is encapsulated in spectacular photography and accessible text. Trace the history of gemmology and get the inside story on our planet's most famous and fabulous gems, including the mysterious Hope Diamond, the stunning Koh-i-Noor of the Crown Jewels, and exquisite Fabergé eggs. Find out their physical properties, check the price tags, and discover the most remarkable record-breakers. This exceptionally extravagant book is a picture-packed, fact-filled celebration guaranteed to bring sparkle to your life and your library.
Author : Jerry Sisk
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780692713181
Total Pages : 446 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (131 download)
Download or read book The Sisk Gemology Reference written by Jerry Sisk and published by . This book was released on 2016-10-03 with total page 446 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive and visual gemology resource featuring more than 100 prominent gemstones.
Author : Cally Oldershaw
Publisher : Firefly Books
ISBN 13 : 9781552978146
Total Pages : 228 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (781 download)
Download or read book Firefly Guide to Gems written by Cally Oldershaw and published by Firefly Books. This book was released on 2003 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to the identification, structure, and uses of precious and semi-precious stones, novelty stones, agates, and crystals.
Author : Antoinette Matlins
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780997014556
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (145 download)
Download or read book Gem Identification Made Easy (6th Edition) written by Antoinette Matlins and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gem Identification Made Easy is the first and only book that explains in non-technical terms how to identify diamonds and colored gems, and how to separate natural gems from imitations, treated stones, synthetics, and look-alikes. The book's approach is direct and practical, and its style easy to understand. In fact, with this highly accessible guide, anyone can begin to master gem identification. Includes over 150 photographs and illustrationsover 80 in full color! Using a simple, step-by-step system, the authors explain how to properly use essential but uncomplicated instruments to identify stones, what to look for gemstone by gemstone, and how to set up a basic lab at modest cost. Three of the instruments are inexpensive, portable, pocket instruments that, when used together, can identify almost 85% of all precious and popular stones. The key to avoiding costly mistakes and recognizing profitable opportunities is knowing both what to look for and what to look out for. Gem Identification Made Easy will help you: Open your eyes to the types of treatments, imitations, synthetics, look-alikes, and fakes in the gem market today. Learn how to tell the difference between them. Quickly spot: Synthetics, including synthetic emeralds and diamonds Filled diamonds Diffused "blue" sapphires and "red" rubies HPHT-treated diamonds ... and much more! Determine how to spot the newest "composite" imitations. Learn how to identify recently discovered gems such as "Mandarin" garnet, red "emerald," and North Carolina's chromium-rich emeralds. Discover new treatments such as surface coatings to create "fancy color" diamonds and improve or change the color of many gemstones. Know when to seek help from a professional gemologist or lab. Become more professional in your business or hobby.
Author : Richard Thomas Liddicoat
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 486 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book Handbook of Gem Identification written by Richard Thomas Liddicoat and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 486 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Robin Hansen
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 0691214484
Total Pages : 241 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (912 download)
Download or read book Gemstones written by Robin Hansen and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2022-04-12 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published: London: Natural History Museum, 2022, as: The Natural History Museum book of gemstones: a concise reference guide.
Author : Kennie Lyman
Publisher : Touchstone
ISBN 13 : 9780671604301
Total Pages : 388 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (43 download)
Download or read book Simon & Schuster's Guide to Gems and Precious Stones written by Kennie Lyman and published by Touchstone. This book was released on 1986-03-13 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 : Keith Wallis (F.G.A.)
Publisher : Acc Art Books
ISBN 13 : 9781851496303
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (963 download)
Download or read book Gemstones written by Keith Wallis (F.G.A.) and published by Acc Art Books. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Author : Gerald D. Sisk (Jr.)
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780615562391
Total Pages : 266 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (623 download)
Download or read book Jewelrytelevision Guide to Gems & Jewelry written by Gerald D. Sisk (Jr.) and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Renée Newman
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780929975344
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (753 download)
Download or read book Gemstone Buying Guide written by Renée Newman and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gives pointers on how to buy gemstones, with advice on price comparison, quality evaluation, fake stones, gem treatments, and gem cleaning and care.
Author : Renee Newman
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780929975412
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (754 download)
Download or read book Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald Buying Guide written by Renee Newman and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide helps buyers to evaluate these spectacular gems and it updates professionals on new treatments and sources of corundum and emerald. Using close-up photographs, the book shows how to make visual judgements about clarity. transparency, cut quality and brilliance. In addition, it helps you to understand lab reports and find appraisers and labs. You will also get tips on detecting imitations and synthetic stones. Let this guide provide the in-depth information you will need to be a smart buyer. Topics in this guide include: Quality evaluation; Gem treatments; Fakes and synthetics; Lab reports; Geographic sources; Appraisals; Gem cleaning & care; Savvy buying.
Author : Cally Oldershaw
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780540083893
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (838 download)
Download or read book Philip's Guide to Gems written by Cally Oldershaw and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An important feature of the book is a comprehensive visual identification key. This makes it easy for the reader to recognize the type of a stone, and so move on to the correct section of the book for a detailed identification. The main part of the book examines each major group of gems from every part of the world, with each group divided into clearly structured units. The first section deals with precious gems in their many forms, with illustrations of priceless jewellery. The second and longer section concentrates on the semiprecious and novelty stones, the agates and the crystals used aby many professional and amateur jewellers and purchased by the majority of collectors and jewellery enthusiasts.
Author : Roger Dedeyne
Publisher : Gemstone Identification
ISBN 13 : 9078768010
Total Pages : 311 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (787 download)
Download or read book Tables of Gemstone Identification written by Roger Dedeyne and published by Gemstone Identification. This book was released on 2007 with total page 311 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Judith Crowe
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 191221718X
Total Pages : 177 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (122 download)
Download or read book Jeweller's Directory of Gemstones written by Judith Crowe and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2006 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A complete reference for goldsmiths, collectors, and jewellery makers, this book is a comprehensive guide to identifying, buying, using and caring for a dazzling array of jewels and gems." "Discover the origins of gemstones and understand the process of selecting the raw material. Includes practical advice on how to assess the quality, rarity, grade, durability, and cut of precious and semi-precious stones." "Learn how gems are calibrated, using the industry standard measurements of carats and points, and how they can be treated to improve both colour and clarity. A glossary section clearly explains all of the key terminology used." "Illustrations and colour photographs help you to identify the gemstones available to jewellery makers, from amethysts and diamonds to tourmaline and quartz, and demonstrate how they can be used in different designs and settings."--Jacket
Author : Cally Hall
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN 13 : 9780241436189
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (361 download)
Download or read book Gemstones written by Cally Hall and published by DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley). This book was released on 2021 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unearth a treasure trove of knowledge of over 130 gemstones from around the world. Learn how gemstones are formed and how to recognise them by their unique qualities and colours. A wonderful book for beginners, students, and gemstone-enthusiasts that includes the latest scientific research and gemstone classification. Gemstones is filled with all you need to know about these fascinating minerals - cut and uncut stones, organic gemstones, and precious metals. Inside you'll find: - Fast facts for quick reference, including chemical composition, hardness, gravity, lustre, and reflective value - Photo close-ups of key details and highlights of distinguishing features - Illustrations of faceting and shapes popular for each gemstone - A detailed introduction to everything a beginner gemologist needs to know including how gemstones form, the different properties, crystal shapes, faceting, and the history of gems Delve into the one-of-a-kind characteristics, colours, and attributes of more than 130 gemstones with this compact visual guide. For easy classification, each stone's entry includes annotated photographs to highlight distinguishing features and concise details about the attributes of gems. Designed for beginners and experienced collectors alike, this gemology book explores what gemstones are, how they are classified, and how to identify them by their physical and optical properties. It also shows you how they were fashioned and imitated throughout history. Learn the differences between varieties of cut and uncut stones, organic gemstones, and precious metals. It includes a glossary for many more technical and scientific terms and over 800 high-quality photos of gems. It's the ideal gift for any budding gemologist The DK Handbook series is an incredible collection of titles that fascinate curious minds. Other books include Rocks and Minerals, Dinosaurs, and Prehistoric Life, and Stars and Planets.
Author : Arthur Thomas
Publisher : New Holland Australia(AU)
ISBN 13 : 9781847734846
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (348 download)
Download or read book Gemstones written by Arthur Thomas and published by New Holland Australia(AU). This book was released on 2009 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Gemstones' is a guide to the fascinating world of precious and semi-precious crystals. As well as the naturally occurring minerals that have long been prized as gemstones, such as diamonds, emeralds and rubies, this book covers 'organic gems', including pearls, amber and coral, and synthetic gems and simulants, or imitations.
