Author: WEBSTER, ROBERT Title: Practical Gemmology. A Study of the Identification of Gemstones, Pearls, and Ornamental Minerals.
Description: Colchester: N. A. G. Press Ltd, 1992. Sixth Edition; Reprint. Hardcover with dustjacket. ISBN: 0719800110. Fine green cloth with a fine dustjacket. No inscriptions or marks. "The 21 sections comprise notes on the formation of gem materials, and a section on luminescence and electrical effects bring a more modern approach to this part of the subject. More information is given on the inclusions seen in gemstones, and the newer synthetic stones are discussed. The methods used in cutting gemstones and details of more of the unusual gemstones now cut and polished are also discussed." ; Black & white diagrams and photographs; 12mo 7" - 7½" tall; 209 pages. Fine in Fine dust jacket .
Keywords: 0719800110
Price: GBP 10.00 = appr. US$ 14.28 Seller: Horsham Rare Books
- Book number: 17139
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