The Encyclopedia of Gemstones and Minerals

by Martin Holden

Book Overview

This work offers information on the properties/values of over 200 rocks, stones, jewels and other natural substances. From amber to zinc, and from diamond-edged blades to orthoclase-based porcelains,... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0816021775
• ISBN13: 9780816021772
• Release Date: January 1991
• Publisher: Facts on File
• Length: 303 Pages
• Weight: 3.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 9.0" x 11.9"

Customer Reviews

Comprehensive and Highly Visual

The Encyclopedia of Gemstones and Minerals by MARTIN HOLDEN, is one of the most satisfactoring reference book that I have read. Holden professionally combined visual elements and highly detailed information in this reference book. What makes this encyclopedia special is that the readers can easily find whatever they need to find without searching the index or reading the whole table of contents! Everything is alphabetical! If You need to find anything about crystal systems, what you need to do is just to check the letter "c". What you need is always there... And one other thing: You will be fascinated when you see the beautiful detailed pictures and highly informative text.