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Gemstones
Gemstones
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Author
Hall, Cally
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Publication Date
2002.
Language
English
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Non-Fiction - 2nd Floor
553.8 Hall 2002
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Table of Contents
From the Book - 2nd American ed.
How this book works
What are gemstones?
How gemstones are formed
Where gemstones are found
Physical properties
Crystal shapes
Optical properties
Natural inclusions
Faceting
Polishing, carving, and engraving
Gems through the ages
History and folklore
Synthetic gemstones
Imitation and enhancement
Color key
Precious metals
Cut stones
Organics.
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Gems
Precious stones
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ISBN
9780789489852
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