Ruby and Sapphire

Ruby and Sapphire
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Total Pages : 816
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ISBN-10 : 0964509717
ISBN-13 : 9780964509719
Rating : 4/5 (17 Downloads)

Book Synopsis Ruby and Sapphire by : Richard W. Hughes

Download or read book Ruby and Sapphire written by Richard W. Hughes and published by . This book was released on 2017-01-01 with total page 816 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the dawn of time, ruby and sapphire have both attracted and fascinated humans in ways that few other items could.While objects of desire are found throughout the natural world, physical beauty is too often ephemeral. From the allure of a man, woman, flower or butterfly, through the fleeting moments of a sunset, there is little that lasts and practically nothing that can be passed down to our descendants. The exception is precious stones. Not only are they the most durable creations of mother nature, but their visual splendor is truly eternal.In this companion to his 2013 book, Ruby & Sapphire--A Collector's Guide, Richard Hughes examines these gems from the gemological standpoint, delving into these gems not just from the aesthetic, but also from the scientific point of view.The product of nearly 40 years of firsthand experience, it covers every aspect of the subject from A-Z. History, sources, prices, quality analysis, synthetics and treatments, everything is here. Ruby & Sapphire--A Gemologist's Guide represents the most comprehensive book ever written on a single precious stone. With over 1000 photos, maps and illustrations and 3500 references, it is nothing less than a tour-de-force of gemological scholarship.

Pokémon

Pokémon
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Publisher : Random House Digital, Inc.
Total Pages : 154
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ISBN-10 : 9780761542568
ISBN-13 : 0761542566
Rating : 4/5 (68 Downloads)

Book Synopsis Pokémon by : Elizabeth Hollinger

Download or read book Pokémon written by Elizabeth Hollinger and published by Random House Digital, Inc.. This book was released on 2003 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes a complete walkthrough of the vast new Pokémon world as well as tips and strategies to help you win the contests.

Gems and Gemstones

Gems and Gemstones
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Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Total Pages : 387
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ISBN-10 : 9780226305110
ISBN-13 : 0226305112
Rating : 4/5 (10 Downloads)

Book Synopsis Gems and Gemstones by : Lance Grande

Download or read book Gems and Gemstones written by Lance Grande and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2009-11-15 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Gems and Gemstones" features nearly 300 color images of cut gems, precious and semiprecious stones, gem-quality mineral specimens, and fine jewelry to be unveiled in the new Grainger Hall of Gems at the Field Museum in Chicago.

Minerals Today

Minerals Today
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Total Pages : 264
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ISBN-10 : MINN:31951P00297977D
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Download or read book Minerals Today written by and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Gems

Gems
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Total Pages : 130
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015008366257
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Book Synopsis Gems by : Mrs. Helen Barlett Bridgman

Download or read book Gems written by Mrs. Helen Barlett Bridgman and published by . This book was released on 1916 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

A Hand-book of Precious Stones

A Hand-book of Precious Stones
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Total Pages : 156
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ISBN-10 : STANFORD:36105032832763
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Book Synopsis A Hand-book of Precious Stones by : M. D. Rothschild

Download or read book A Hand-book of Precious Stones written by M. D. Rothschild and published by . This book was released on 1895 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Mineralogy and Geochemistry of Gems

Mineralogy and Geochemistry of Gems
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Publisher : MDPI
Total Pages : 528
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ISBN-10 : 9783039280766
ISBN-13 : 3039280767
Rating : 4/5 (66 Downloads)

Book Synopsis Mineralogy and Geochemistry of Gems by : Panagiotis Voudouris

Download or read book Mineralogy and Geochemistry of Gems written by Panagiotis Voudouris and published by MDPI. This book was released on 2020-03-10 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gems have been used in the manufacture of jewellery and as ornaments since antiquity. Considering gems, recent statistics have shown that about 15 billion Euros are annually at stake. Nowadays, gemmology, i.e., the study of gem materials, is one of the most expanding fields in the earth sciences, positioned between academia and industry. As an applied science, in gemmology, the instruments used should be non- or microdestructive, and their cost should be reasonable both in terms of equipment and time consumption. Gemmology can also be used contribute to the development of pure science and in some cases, destructive techniques may have to be used. Taking into account the fact that gems are albeit rarely available for scientific research, this compilation of 20 articles by around 100 researchers from over 30 different institutions situated in 20 countries from around the globe, presented in the Special Issue entitled “Mineralogy and Geochemistry of Gems”, offers very good examples on the application of various methods for their study which will hopefully contribute to our better understanding of gem formation in general and will enhance scientific debates attracting more scientists from various disciplines to get involved in this field.