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Gems and Gemmology

An Introduction for Archaeologists, Art-Historians and Conservators

by Stefanos Karampelas, Lore Kiefert, Danilo Bersani, Peter Vandenabeele ...

Series series Literature, Cultural and Media Studies (R0)
This book provides a lucid introduction to the basics of gemmology. It familiarizes archaeologists, art historians and conservators with the science of gemstones and allows them to understand the basic concepts of their provenance, typology and treatments.Which are the main types of gems? What treatments can be applied? How does one analyse gems? How can gems contribute to archaeometrical research ... Read more

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This book provides a lucid introduction to the basics of gemmology. It familiarizes archaeologists, art historians and conservators with the science of gemstones and allows them to understand the basic concepts of their provenance, typology and treatments.Which are the main types of gems? What treatments can be applied? How does one analyse gems? How can gems contribute to archaeometrical research
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Practical Gemmology - A Study of the Identification of Gem-Stones, Pearls and Ornamental Minerals

by Robert Webster ...

This vintage book contains an interesting and practical study of the identification of gemstones, pearls, and ornamental minerals. A comprehensive and profusely-illustrated handbook for both novice and experienced practitioners, this volume is not to be missed by anyone with a keen interest in the subject. The chapters of this book include: “Crystallography”, “Physical Properties”, “Specific ... Read more

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This vintage book contains an interesting and practical study of the identification of gemstones, pearls, and ornamental minerals. A comprehensive and profusely-illustrated handbook for both novice and experienced practitioners, this volume is not to be missed by anyone with a keen interest in the subject. The chapters of this book include: “Crystallography”, “Physical Properties”, “Specific
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Dictionary of Gems and Gemology

by Robert M. Shipley ...

Establish a fundamental understanding of the gemstone world with the Dictionary of Gems and Gemology. This seminal work became the single most important and authoritative reference text for professionals, students, and enthusiasts in the rapidly developing field of gemology.Shipley, the founder of the Gemological Institute of America, created this dictionary to standardize and define the technical ... Read more

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Establish a fundamental understanding of the gemstone world with the Dictionary of Gems and Gemology. This seminal work became the single most important and authoritative reference text for professionals, students, and enthusiasts in the rapidly developing field of gemology.Shipley, the founder of the Gemological Institute of America, created this dictionary to standardize and define the technical
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Gemstones of the World

by Laws, Elisabeth ...

Series series Minibooks
Imbued with religious and supernatural significance, gemstones have been a source of fascination for humankind since the earliest ages. They are worn as adornment, exchanged as valuable commodities, and regarded as purveyors of health, good fortune, and status.Any story of human developmentbe it of religion, art, culture, trade, commerce, or the rise of scientific knowledgewill inevitably touch, ... Read more

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Imbued with religious and supernatural significance, gemstones have been a source of fascination for humankind since the earliest ages. They are worn as adornment, exchanged as valuable commodities, and regarded as purveyors of health, good fortune, and status.Any story of human developmentbe it of religion, art, culture, trade, commerce, or the rise of scientific knowledgewill inevitably touch,
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Gem Identification Made Easy (5th Edition)

A Hands-On Guide to More Confident Buying & Selling

by Antoinette Matlins, PG, FGA, Antonio C. Bonanno, FGA, ASA, MGA ...

This colorful book offers you a window into the world of Mahatma Gandhi, one of the most amazing people of the twentieth century. You will learn about Gandhi’s life—from his time as a student in London to his work for equality in South Africa and India—and his methods of peaceful, but not passive, resistance to injustice. ... Read more

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This colorful book offers you a window into the world of Mahatma Gandhi, one of the most amazing people of the twentieth century. You will learn about Gandhi’s life—from his time as a student in London to his work for equality in South Africa and India—and his methods of peaceful, but not passive, resistance to injustice.
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Gem Testing

by B. Anderson ...

This vintage book contains a complete guide to testing gems and gemstones for purity and authenticity. Complete with a plethora of useful illustrations and all the information a prospective or existing enthusiast might need to know about the subject, this book constitutes an ideal resource for anyone with an interest in lapidary and gem testing. The chapters of this volume include: “How to Use ... Read more

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This vintage book contains a complete guide to testing gems and gemstones for purity and authenticity. Complete with a plethora of useful illustrations and all the information a prospective or existing enthusiast might need to know about the subject, this book constitutes an ideal resource for anyone with an interest in lapidary and gem testing. The chapters of this volume include: “How to Use
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Gem Identification Made Easy (4th Edition)

A Hands-On Guide to More Confident Buying & Selling

by Antonio C. Bonanno, FGA, ASA, MGA, Antoinette Matlins, PG, FGA ...

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 books 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 ... Read more

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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 books 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
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Let's Hubble! (Fixed format layout)

A journey into the brand new beadwork stitch

by Melanie de Miguel ...

In this book, Melanie presents to you her beautiful new beadwork technique – Hubble stitch. Packed with tips, all presented in Melanie’s fun and friendly style, you will feel as if you’re in a creative and dynamic beading workshop.You will soon be incorporating this wonderfully lacy and extraordinarily adaptable stitch into your beading world. To help you learn and practise Hubble, the book ... Read more

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In this book, Melanie presents to you her beautiful new beadwork technique – Hubble stitch. Packed with tips, all presented in Melanie’s fun and friendly style, you will feel as if you’re in a creative and dynamic beading workshop.You will soon be incorporating this wonderfully lacy and extraordinarily adaptable stitch into your beading world. To help you learn and practise Hubble, the book
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The Classification, Identification and Characteristics of Gemstones - A Collection of Historical Articles on Precious and Semi-Precious Stones

by Various ...

A thoughtfully curated collection of classic articles dating from the early 1900s and before. Selected for their lasting relevance and clarity, the writings explore how gemstones are classified and identified, what distinguishes precious from semi‑precious stones, and the defining physical and optical properties that make each gem unique.Contents include:Precious Stones and Gems: Their History, ... Read more

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A thoughtfully curated collection of classic articles dating from the early 1900s and before. Selected for their lasting relevance and clarity, the writings explore how gemstones are classified and identified, what distinguishes precious from semi‑precious stones, and the defining physical and optical properties that make each gem unique.Contents include:Precious Stones and Gems: Their History,
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Popular Gemology

by Richard M. Pearl ...

Popular Gemmology constitutes a definitive guide on many aspects of gemmology, covering a wide range of natural and manufactured gems, their taxonomy, and the methods in which they are machined. The perfect book for both the amateur and professional, this text presents in an accessible manner for the general reader accurate knowledge of the world of gems, designed for the gem-lover, mineral ... Read more

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Popular Gemmology constitutes a definitive guide on many aspects of gemmology, covering a wide range of natural and manufactured gems, their taxonomy, and the methods in which they are machined. The perfect book for both the amateur and professional, this text presents in an accessible manner for the general reader accurate knowledge of the world of gems, designed for the gem-lover, mineral
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Identification of Quartz and Its Varieties

by Trudy Toohill ...

Series Book 4 - Australian Gemstone Series
This book contains a wealth of information on all aspects of the mineral quartz, and its ornamental varieties. Designed for the beginner or experienced, it will greatly assist those wishing to find out more about how to correctly identify quartz. Each quartz variety is shown, with information on the physical and optical properties. There is also details on the correct readings for quartz and its ... Read more

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This book contains a wealth of information on all aspects of the mineral quartz, and its ornamental varieties. Designed for the beginner or experienced, it will greatly assist those wishing to find out more about how to correctly identify quartz. Each quartz variety is shown, with information on the physical and optical properties. There is also details on the correct readings for quartz and its
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DKfindout! Energy

by Emily Dodd ...

Series series DK findout!
Supporting STEM-based learning, this fact-filled book for kids ages 6-9 is the ultimate guide to energy and its role in building a more sustainable future. Entertaining and educating young readers through a combination of close-up images, quirky trivia facts, quiz questions, and fascinating tidbits, it's the perfect book for fueling kids' interest in the natural forces that shape our world.Why ... Read more

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Supporting STEM-based learning, this fact-filled book for kids ages 6-9 is the ultimate guide to energy and its role in building a more sustainable future. Entertaining and educating young readers through a combination of close-up images, quirky trivia facts, quiz questions, and fascinating tidbits, it's the perfect book for fueling kids' interest in the natural forces that shape our world.Why
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