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Book Synopsis Precious stones and gems, their history, sources and characteristics by : Edwin W. Streeter
Download or read book Precious stones and gems, their history, sources and characteristics written by Edwin W. Streeter and published by Рипол Классик. This book was released on 1892 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis PRECIOUS STONES AND GEMS by : EDWIN W. STREETER
Download or read book PRECIOUS STONES AND GEMS written by EDWIN W. STREETER and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Precious Stones and Gems by : Edwin William Streeter
Download or read book Precious Stones and Gems written by Edwin William Streeter and published by . This book was released on 1892 with total page 430 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Precious Stones and Gems by : Edwin William Streeter
Download or read book Precious Stones and Gems written by Edwin William Streeter and published by Nabu Press. This book was released on 2014-01 with total page 430 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
Book Synopsis Precious Stones and Gems by : Edwin W. Streeter
Download or read book Precious Stones and Gems written by Edwin W. Streeter and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-09-15 with total page 412 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Precious Stones and Gems: Their History, Sources and Characteristics In determining the value of gems, it must be borne in mind that a perfect stone is never met with; and that probably not even ten per cent. Of the stones which are brought into commerce are really Of fine quality. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Book Synopsis Precious Stones and Gems by : Edwin William Streeter
Download or read book Precious Stones and Gems written by Edwin William Streeter and published by . This book was released on 2017-05-18 with total page 380 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Precious Stones and Gems - Their History, Sources and Characteristics. Sixth Edition is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1898. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Book Synopsis Precious Stones and Gems by : Edwin William Streeter
Download or read book Precious Stones and Gems written by Edwin William Streeter and published by . This book was released on 1877 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Precious Stones and Their Stories - An Article on the History of Gemstones and Their Use by : A. Hyatt Verrill
Download or read book Precious Stones and Their Stories - An Article on the History of Gemstones and Their Use written by A. Hyatt Verrill and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2016-08-26 with total page 57 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A scientific history of gemstones and crystals around the world. Featuring the origin, symbolism, and uses of various precious stones. This detailed article explores the history of gemology and crystallography and is an excellent read for those wishing to deepen their knowledge of the subjects. First published in 1939, Precious Stones and Their Stories was written by A. Hyatt Verrill, a respected nature historian.
Book Synopsis A Book of Precious Stones by : Julius Wodiska
Download or read book A Book of Precious Stones written by Julius Wodiska and published by . This book was released on 1909 with total page 478 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Classification, Identification and Characteristics of Gemstones - A Collection of Historical Articles on Precious and Semi-Precious Stones by : Various Authors
Download or read book The Classification, Identification and Characteristics of Gemstones - A Collection of Historical Articles on Precious and Semi-Precious Stones written by Various Authors and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2016-08-26 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience. Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of historical and informative publications on the subjects of gemology and crystallography. The titles in this range include "Gemstone Manufacturing" "The Optical Properties of Gemstones and Crystals" "The Thirty-Two Classes of Crystal Symmetry" and many more. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, "The Classification, Identification and Characteristics of Gemstones" contains information on gemstone varieties, their properties and much more. Intended to illustrate the main aspects of gemstone classification it is a comprehensive guide for anyone wishing to obtain a general knowledge of the subject and to understand the field in its historical context. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Book Synopsis Diamonds and Precious Stones by : Harry Emanuel
Download or read book Diamonds and Precious Stones written by Harry Emanuel and published by . This book was released on 1865 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Precious Stones and Gems by : Edwin William Streeter
Download or read book Precious Stones and Gems written by Edwin William Streeter and published by . This book was released on 1887 with total page 347 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Diamonds written by Renee Newman and published by Firefly Books. This book was released on 2021-10 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The beauty and sparkle and mystique of diamonds is unmatched by that of any other gem in the world. Since early times, diamonds have been treasured as good luck charms, remarkable tools and status symbols and have been worn, collected and presented as lavish gifts. Today, diamonds remain among the most sought-after gemstones and continue to hold their value through good times and bad. In Diamonds, author Renée Newman, a graduate gemologist and author of many trade-level handbooks on gemstones, invites the reader on a journey into the fascinating world of diamonds. This lavishly illustrated guide -- which features hundreds of photos, maps and diagrams -- covers everything from mining, cutting and evaluating diamonds to the romantic histories of some of the world's most valuable stones. Diamonds includes chapters on: What a diamond is -- its significance from antiquity to the present day and what it represents from different perspectives The process and history of mining diamonds -- the locations (both modern and historical) as well as the techniques used to mine diamonds The evolution of diamond cutting -- how a diamond is processed and what are the key cuts and shapes to know Diamond jewelry through the ages -- how diamonds have been used in jewelry from pre-Georgian times to today Evaluating and pricing diamonds -- how diamonds are priced based on their many value factors, such as color, carat weight, cut, clarity, and so on Man-made diamonds The remarkable benefits of diamonds. As beautiful as they are precious and as useful as they are decorative, diamonds continue to fascinate and allure. Diamonds will be a welcome guide for anyone who has felt the romance and power of these fascinating gems. It will also be a useful resource for professionals in the jewelry trade.
Book Synopsis Diamonds and Precious Stones by : Harry Emanuel
Download or read book Diamonds and Precious Stones written by Harry Emanuel and published by Nabu Press. This book was released on 2014-03 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
Book Synopsis A Guide to Birthstones - A Collection of Historical Articles on the Gemstones Linked to Astrology by : Various
Download or read book A Guide to Birthstones - A Collection of Historical Articles on the Gemstones Linked to Astrology written by Various and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2016-09-16 with total page 59 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive guide to the main varieties of birthstones, including their properties and structure. This volume features extracts from eight historical articles on the subjects of gemology and crystallography. This illustrative guide to birthstones is an ideal read for those who are interested in learning more about their spiritual connection to the natural world. Featured extracts taken from the following articles: - ‘Gems and Gem Materials’ Edward Henry Kraus - ‘The Natural History of Gems – Or, Decorative Stones’ C. W. King - ‘Diamonds and Precious Stones - Their History, Value and Distinguishing Characteristics’ Harry Emanuel - ‘A Manual of Precious Stones and Antique Gems’ Hodder M Westropp - ‘Precious Stones and Gems - Their History, Sources and Characteristics’ Edwin W. Streeter - ‘Gem Testing’ B W Anderso - ‘A Hand-Book of Precious Stones’ M. D. Rothschild - ‘Gem Stones and Their Distinctive Characters’ G. F. Herbert Smith
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.
Book Synopsis The Cutting, Setting and Engraving of Precious Stones - A Historical Article on Working Gemstones by : Louis Dieulafait
Download or read book The Cutting, Setting and Engraving of Precious Stones - A Historical Article on Working Gemstones written by Louis Dieulafait and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2014-07-07 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience. Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of historical and informative publications on the subjects of gemology and crystallography. The titles in this range include "Gemstone Manufacturing" "The Optical Properties of Gemstones and Crystals" "The Thirty-Two Classes of Crystal Symmetry" and many more. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, "The Cutting, Setting and Engraving of Precious Stones" contains information on the methods and equipment of the gem cutter. Intended to illustrate the main aspects of working gems it is a comprehensive guide for anyone wishing to obtain a general knowledge of the subject and to understand the field in its historical context. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
