Bibliograph

Philip's guide to gems, Cally Oldershaw

Type

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Philip's guide to gems, Cally Oldershaw

Language

eng

Abstract

A fascinating, richly illustrated guide to the identification and use of gemstones. The introduction describes the geology, chemistry and properties of gems in clear and accessible terms. The main section supplies complete descriptions of a wide range of gems

Illustrations

mapsillustrations

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Philip's guide to gems

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Oclc number

436847039

Responsibility statement

Cally Oldershaw

Table Of Contents

Introduction -- Gem formation -- Mining -- Crystal structure -- Optical properties -- Physical properties -- Fashioning and cutting -- Imitation and synthetic stones -- Enhancement -- History of gems -- Famous diamonds -- Gemlore & Birthstones -- Colour -- Classification -- GEMS -- Maps of gem locations -- Glossary -- Useful addresses and acknowledgements

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Guide to gems

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