Gold and Gems
Gold and Gems

Author: Marie-Hélène de Taillac

Publisher: Rizzoli Publications

Published: 2019-09-10

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13: 0847860493

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Parisian jewelry designer Marie-Hélène de Taillac's first book offers a sumptuous journey into her colorful and vibrant world, from her exotic inspirations to her artisanal savoir faire When she drew her first designs in 1996, Marie-Hélène de Taillac stirred a revolution in contemporary jewelry, forging a style centered on the artisanal techniques of handcrafted jewelry to showcase the stones themselves. The French designer's first monograph showcases her creations while delving into her inspirations, from whimsical fairy tales to her extensive travels. The layout reflects de Taillac's preoccupation with color, with each chapter featuring a different colored text. With detailed sections dedicated to the journey of creating jewelry, this new title presents a fascinating glimpse into the work of one of today's most exciting designers.

Exploring and Mining Gems and Gold in the West
Exploring and Mining Gems and Gold in the West

Author: Fred Rynerson

Publisher: Naturegraph Pub

Published: 2003-06-01

Total Pages: 204

ISBN-13: 9780911010602

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An old time prospector's adventures in the early 1900s told with verve and humor with useful hints on how to locate minerals and gems from San Diego to Yuma, Arizona.

A Guide to Finding Gemstones, Gold, Minerals & Rocks
A Guide to Finding Gemstones, Gold, Minerals & Rocks

Author: W. Dan Hausel

Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub

Published: 2014-09-25

Total Pages: 370

ISBN-13: 9781502513885

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Follow in the footsteps of successful gem and gold hunters and search the hills for rough diamonds, colored gemstones, lapidary minerals, precious metals and interesting minerals and rocks. Written for the geoscientist, prospector and rockhound; the first part of the book focuses on physical characteristics of gems and minerals. This is supplemented with the second part of the book that describes dozens upon dozens of colored gem, diamond, gold, mineral and rock localities using the Public Land Survey System and GPS coordinates so the reader can visit these sites on a home computer with aerial and satellite imagery to gain an understanding of what to look for in the field. With these same coordinates, the reader can visit some occurrences, deposits and areas suggested for prospecting to further their gem hunter prospecting education and potentially lead to new discoveries. Now you can learn what to look for when searching for Mother Nature's treasure.

The Gem Set in Gold
The Gem Set in Gold

Author: S. N. Goenka

Publisher: Pariyatti

Published: 2020

Total Pages: 130

ISBN-13: 193875414X

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This is the English translation of the Pali and Hindi chanting by S.N. Goenka from a ten-day Vipassana meditation course. It is formatted so that one can readily find the translations of the chanting from throughout the course, including the opening night, each day's morning chanting, and all other chantings. The Pali and Hindi text appears on pages opposite the English translation.

Kremlin Gold
Kremlin Gold

Author: Joel A. Bartsch

Publisher:

Published: 2000-04

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13:

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The companion volume to a major exhibition, this volume contains 120 spectacular objects from the Moscow-Kremlin State Armoury Museum. The pieces range from 11th-century icons to contemporay masterworks, from the buried gold of the Riazan hoard to objects created in the Kremlin's own workshops.

Gem & Jewelry Pocket Guide
Gem & Jewelry Pocket Guide

Author: Renee Newman

Publisher:

Published: 2001-01-01

Total Pages: 156

ISBN-13: 9780929975306

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The perfect pocket-sized companion for those travelling and thinking about purchasing jewellery or stones. Renee Newman, author of the highly respected gem and jewellery guides including 'Diamond Ring Buying Guide' and 'Gold and Platinum Jewelry Buying Guide', has written a concise buying guide covering gems, gold and platinum that's a perfect handy reference. Here is important information on how to select jewellers and appraisers; a chapter on notable gem sources and which countries are noted for specific gems; information on coral, ivory and amber; precautions one must take when buying from an unfamiliar source; and customs regulations, duties and how to use lab reports. This guide will become an indispensable resource that will be used time and time again.

Gold & Platinum Jewelry Buying Guide
Gold & Platinum Jewelry Buying Guide

Author:

Publisher: International Jewelry Publications

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780929975290

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Have you ever had a chain break right after you bought it? Have any of your stones fallen out of their settings? Do you wonder if your 'gold' jewellery is really gold? This guide shows you how to spot poor craftsmanship and imitation gold or platinum and gives you a wealth of information on chains, mountings, multi-coloured gold, and platinum alloys. The book is paced with colour photographs and step-by-step guidelines on: evaluating craftsmanship; making practical choices; detecting fake metals; caring for your jewellery; determining karat value; finding a good buy.