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Author | : Judith Crowe |
Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
Total Pages | : 177 |
Release | : 2006 |
Genre | : Gem cutting |
ISBN | : 191221718X |
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"A complete reference for goldsmiths, collectors, and jewellery makers, this book is a comprehensive guide to identifying, buying, using and caring for a dazzling array of jewels and gems." "Discover the origins of gemstones and understand the process of selecting the raw material. Includes practical advice on how to assess the quality, rarity, grade, durability, and cut of precious and semi-precious stones." "Learn how gems are calibrated, using the industry standard measurements of carats and points, and how they can be treated to improve both colour and clarity. A glossary section clearly explains all of the key terminology used." "Illustrations and colour photographs help you to identify the gemstones available to jewellery makers, from amethysts and diamonds to tourmaline and quartz, and demonstrate how they can be used in different designs and settings."--Jacket
Author | : Judith Crowe |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2012 |
Genre | : Antiques & Collectibles |
ISBN | : 9781770851085 |
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A comprehensive guide to identifying, buying, using and caring for an array of jewels and gems.
Author | : Judith Crowe |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 176 |
Release | : 2006 |
Genre | : Gem cutting |
ISBN | : 9781845661915 |
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A comprehensive guide to identifying, buying, using and caring for a wide array of jewels and gems.
Author | : Judith Crowe |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : |
Release | : 2006 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : |
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Beskrivelse: This is a comprehensive guide to identifying, buying, using and caring for a wide array of jewels and gems. It covers the origins of gemstones and how to assess the quality, rarity, grade and cut of precious and semi-precious stones. There are clear illustrations and colour photographs to help you identify the different types of gemstone available and demonstrate how they can be used in a vast variety of designs and settings. A chapter on pearls is also included. Cuts and facets, settings - both old and new, designing your own settings, appraising, buying and handling gemstones as well as how to spot synthetics and fakes are also covered. The result is a complete guide to all you need to know about gemstones
Author | : Keith Wallis (F.G.A.) |
Publisher | : Acc Art Books |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2011 |
Genre | : Precious gemstones |
ISBN | : 9781851496303 |
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As well as diamonds, emeralds, rubies and sapphires, over 100 gems are featured, with full descriptions, technical details, and tips on how to check for fakes; illustrated throughout with fabulous color photographs to make identification easier.
Author | : Richard W. Wise |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2006 |
Genre | : Gems |
ISBN | : 9780972822381 |
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The 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 | : Walter Schumann |
Publisher | : Sterling Publishing (NY) |
Total Pages | : 264 |
Release | : 1977 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : |
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Describes the appearance, formation, physical properties and characteristics, mining, and cutting of precious, semiprecious, and synthetic gemstones.
Author | : DK |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 442 |
Release | : 2016-10-04 |
Genre | : Antiques & Collectibles |
ISBN | : 1465462120 |
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Prepare to be dazzled by this shining and sumptuous visual guide to the world's greatest treasures. Feast your eyes on glittering gemstones, kaleidoscopic minerals, and famous trinkets in this comprehensive exploration of Earth's finest jewels. Following a foreword from Aja Raden, hundreds of pages take a lavish look at precious stones, precious metals, and organic gems in all their natural wonder. From agate to zoisite, everything under the Sun is encapsulated in spectacular photography and accessible text. Trace the history of gemmology and get the inside story on our planet's most famous and fabulous gems, including the mysterious Hope Diamond, the stunning Koh-i-Noor of the Crown Jewels, and exquisite Fabergé eggs. Find out their physical properties, check the price tags, and discover the most remarkable record-breakers. This exceptionally extravagant book is a picture-packed, fact-filled celebration guaranteed to bring sparkle to your life and your library.
Author | : Walter Schumann |
Publisher | : N. A. G. Press |
Total Pages | : 279 |
Release | : 2001 |
Genre | : Precious stones |
ISBN | : 9780719803017 |
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A 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 | : Renée Newman |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2012 |
Genre | : Precious stones |
ISBN | : 9780929975467 |
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This guide provides concise, interesting and practical details on uncommon gems that are now being used by designers to create distinctive jewelry. It also lists the identification properties of the gems, where they are found, how they are used, why they are unique, how they are priced, and how to care for them.