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Author: John Dennis Rouse
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
Published: 1986
Total Pages: 160
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKRouse explores the many species of gem garnets from the historical point of view. In the historical data brought out in the text, very modern methods of gem evaluation and detection techniques are discovered in use as long ago as Roman times. The main objective of the book is to present a comprehensive picture of garnets in ancient and modern times.
Author: Irene Aitkens
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Published: 1931
Total Pages: 14
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Lance Grande
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Published: 2009-11-15
Total Pages: 387
ISBN-13: 0226305112
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Gems and Gemstones" features nearly 300 color images of cut gems, precious and semiprecious stones, gem-quality mineral specimens, and fine jewelry to be unveiled in the new Grainger Hall of Gems at the Field Museum in Chicago.
Author: Various
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Published: 2015-05-06
Total Pages: 65
ISBN-13: 147339435X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience. Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of historical and informative publications on the subjects of gemology and crystallography. The titles in this range include "Gemstone Manufacturing" "The Optical Properties of Gemstones and Crystals" "The Thirty-Two Classes of Crystal Symmetry" and many more. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, "Garnet Gemstones" contains information on their properties, origins, structure and much more. Intended to illustrate the main features of garnet it is a comprehensive guide for anyone wishing to obtain a general knowledge of the subject and to understand the field in its historical context. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Author: Walter Schumann
Publisher: N. A. G. Press
Published: 2001
Total Pages: 279
ISBN-13: 9780719803017
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA comprehensive manual of the world's gemstones and includes more than 1,400 examples. Opposite each illustration, this text provides a description of the particular stone, including details of the properties and chemical composition which makes the stone unique. It also gives information on location of major deposits, and alternative names.
Author: Dorothy McKenney Schlegel
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Published: 1957
Total Pages: 64
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Shakti Carola Navran
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
Published: 2008
Total Pages: 217
ISBN-13: 0738714437
DOWNLOAD EBOOKHave you ever fallen in love with a ring or necklace? Perhaps there's a reason! Gems and crystals have metaphysical and healing qualities that can support you physically, emotionally, and spiritually. This innovative guide will help you choose a piece of jewelry ideal for your unique life path. Diamonds enhance your creativity. Rubies teach us about love. Opals fuel intuition and offer healing. Which stones are right for you? Shakti Carola Navran offers a thorough introduction to astrology to help you identify the challenges and spiritual needs evident in your birth chart. A detailed list of sixty-four gems and crystals--with full-color photos of polished stones and finished jewelry--makes it easy to find the minerals that can balance these conflicting energies. You'll learn how to "program" your stone with joy, peace of mind, self-confidence, or any other quality. There's also helpful information for choosing the form (ring, earrings, or necklace), selecting the metal setting, and incorporating symbols into your unique piece of jewelry.
Author: George Frederick Kunz
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Published: 1892
Total Pages: 28
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Richard W. Wise
Publisher:
Published: 2006
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780972822381
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe definitive book for anyone wanting to learn how the best gemologists in the world evaluate precious gems, and what makes one stone merely a good stone versus a truly fabulous museum-quality gem. The author, Richard W. Wise, is one of the world's foremost gemologists.
Author: Harish Johari
Publisher: Inner Traditions / Bear & Co
Published: 1996-09
Total Pages: 244
ISBN-13: 9780892816088
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe author describes how to use the power of gemstones, using ancient Hindu disciplines, to heal and increase a sense of well-being.
