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Philip's guide to gems Cally Oldershaw.

By: Contributor(s): Publication details: London [Eng.] : Philip's, 2003 2012.)Description: 1 online resource (207 entries) : 171 images, digital filesContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • computer
Carrier type:
  • online resource
Other title:
  • Guide to gems
Subject(s): Additional physical formats: Print version:: No titleDDC classification:
  • 553.8 22
LOC classification:
  • QE392 .O43 2003
Online resources:
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.
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.
Holdings
Item type Current library Collection Shelving location Call number Status Date due Barcode
Ebook Ebook NMC Library Credo Reference Online QE392 .O43 2003 EBOOK (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available online - NMC Login required 519168

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.

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.

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