Gemstones: A Complete Color Reference for Precious and Semiprecious Stones of the World

by Mary Johnson, Karen Hurrell, Mary L. Johnson

Book Overview

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...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0785834982
• ISBN13: 9780785834984
• Release Date: December 2016
• Publisher: Chartwell Books
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 4.9" x 8.2"