Precious Gems

Author : Kennie Lyman
Publisher : Touchstone
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1986-03-13
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0671604309

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Simon & Schuster's Guide to Gems and Precious Stones by Kennie Lyman Pdf

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 : George Frederick Kunz
Publisher : New York : Scientific Publishing Company
Page : 558 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1890
Category : Beads
ISBN : MINN:31951000958479X

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Gems and Precious Stones of North America ... by George Frederick Kunz Pdf

Author : MARION REYNOLDS
Publisher : Author House
Page : 31 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2014-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781491859605

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THE PRECIOUS GEMS GIRLS CLUB SERIES by MARION REYNOLDS Pdf

This is a story about three young girls that became close friends. They are also quite adventurous in nature, and get thrown into situations that put their quest for adventure to the test. Read along and find out how these friends use wit and daring to solve the mistery of a missing boy. This book is about friendships, courage and daring.

Author : George Frederick Kunz
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 502 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1971-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 0486222276

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The Curious Lore of Precious Stones by George Frederick Kunz Pdf

Excerpts from history and folklore trace the unusual beliefs and uses of gems since ancient times

Author : Charles W. King
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 474 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1865
Category : Gems
ISBN : UIUC:30112067912367

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The Natural History, Ancient and Modern, of Precious Stones and Gems, and of the Precious Metals by Charles W. King Pdf

Author : Douglass Bovard Sterrett
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1914
Category : Mines and mineral resources
ISBN : IOWA:31858047324607

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Gems and Precious Stones in 1913 by Douglass Bovard Sterrett Pdf

Author : Edwin W. Streeter
Publisher : Рипол Классик
Page : 379 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1892
Category : History
ISBN : 9785878152761

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Precious stones and gems, their history, sources and characteristics by Edwin W. Streeter Pdf

Author : Samuel BATCHELOR
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1829
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BL:A0023501424

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The Cabinet of Gems; Or, Vocabulary of Precious Stones, with a Description of the Largest Known Diamonds, and Coloured Gems in the World Arranged According to Their Comparative Value. The Commercial History of Rough Diamonds by Samuel BATCHELOR Pdf

Author : Henry Philip Hope,Bram Hertz
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1839
Category : Gems
ISBN : NYPL:33433084027451

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A Catalogue of the Collection of Pearls and Precious Stones Formed by Henry Philip Hope, Esq by Henry Philip Hope,Bram Hertz Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Nelson Thornes
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2000-02-17
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0175660018

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Nelson's West Indian Readers First Primer by Anonim Pdf

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Author : Max Bauer
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2012-08-29
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9780486151250

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Precious Stones by Max Bauer Pdf

This classic study begins with a general analysis of precious stones followed by descriptions of their cutting and mounting. The remainder of this volume focuses on the diamond. 52 figures.

Author : Karen Hurrell,Mary L. Johnson
Publisher : Chartwell Books
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2016-12-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780785834984

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Gemstones by Karen Hurrell,Mary L. Johnson Pdf

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.

Author : Sarah Maria Burnham
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1886
Category : Gems
ISBN : UCAL:$B31801

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Precious Stones in Nature, Art, and Literature by Sarah Maria Burnham Pdf

Author : Richard W. Wise
Publisher : Brunswick House
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 0972822321

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Secrets of the Gem Trade by Richard W. Wise Pdf

Finally the real truth about how master jewellers, gemmologists and major auction houses value diamonds and colored gemstones.

Author : George Frederick Kunz
Publisher : New York : Scientific Publishing Company
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1890
Category : Beads
ISBN : UOM:39015049205779

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Gems and Precious Stones of North America by George Frederick Kunz Pdf