A comprehensive, up-to-date and beautifully illustrated reference. This new book is a practical, comprehensive guide to the identification and use of precious and semi-precious gems, novelty stones,... This description may be from another edition of this product.
History of gemstones and extensive mineral types/families, including chemical composition, along with where and how specific stones are found. Great index!
MOST COMPREHENSIVE GEM BOOK I OWN!!!!!
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I have an extensive library of Gemological information. This is the most comprehensive book of colored stones I own. I have just finished my GIA diamond grading course and now must move on to COLORED STONE identification. This book will be invaluable!!!! Thanx
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