Precious Stones, Vol. 1

Precious Stones, Vol. 1

Editorial Reviews
Book Description
"The most detailed work on gems"—Encyclopaedia Britannica
This classic study begins with a general analysis of precious stones—their characteristics and applications, including their chemical composition, crystalline form, and physical qualities—followed by descriptions of their cutting and mounting and the ways in which their value and authenticity are assessed. The remainder of this volume focuses on the diamond: its characteristics; its natural occurrences and artificial production; and its use in jewelry, with a profile of some of history's biggest and most famous diamonds. (We're sorry, Volume II is out of print.) Translated by L. C Spencer. 52 figures.

Precious Stones, Vol. 1,Max Bauer,Dover Publications,0486219100,Antiques / Collectibles,Coral jewelry,Earth Sciences - Geology,Earth Sciences - Mineralogy,General,Pearls,Precious stones,Geochemistry,Mineralogy,Science / Earth Sciences

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