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• Title: Precious and Semi-Precious Stones
• Author : Michael Weinstein
• Release Date : January 29, 2013
• Genre: Nature,Books,Science & Nature,Lifestyle & Home,Antiques & Collectibles,
• Pages : * pages
• Size : 3200 KB

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This vintage book comprises a comprehensive treatise on precious and semi-precious stones, with information on special properties, cutting, tools, and much more. Although old, this handbook contains a wealth of timeless information that will be of utility to the modern enthusiast. It would make for an ideal addition to collections of related literature. The chapters of this volume include: “Real, Synthetic, and Imitation Stones”, “Some Physical Properties of Gem Stones”, “The Cutting of Stones, Artificial Staining, Weights and Prices”, “Diamond”, “Ruby and Sapphire”, “Emerald”, “Opal”, “Pearl”, “Topaz and Spinel”, “Garnet and Tourmaline”, etcetera. This vintage text is being republished now in an affordable, modern, high quality edition - complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on gemmology.

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