With 820 exquisite color illustrations, this book "introduces the origins, properties, value, and uses of the main ores, gemstones, and precious materials used in jewelry making,
showcasing the transformation of natural stones into finished adornments. It also "explores the use of gemstones in mythology, astrology, medicine, and fashion.
Identification Guide - Colored Gemstones
Publication - First American Edition, 1975
Binding - Hardcover
Dimensions - 18.6 x 12.4cm
Pages - 232 pages
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- United Kingdom
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- No.22,579 - Stationery | No.230 - Indie Press
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- Even before the civilizations of ancient Babylon and Assyria, gemstones like amethyst and amber were cherished and revered for their beauty and "magical properties."
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