This is a full-colour guide to identifying and evaluating alexandrite, andalusite, chrysoberyl, cat''s-eye, kyanite, sillimanite, common opal, fire opal, dinosaur gembone, tsavorite, rhodolite, spessartine, demantoid, malaya, grossular.and other garnets. This is the second in a series of books that explores the history, lore, properties, qualities and geographic sources of lesser-known gems. The book shows you with close-up photos how to make visual judgements about clarity, transparency, colour, cut quality and brilliance. It also provides tips on gem care and on detecting imitations and gem treatments. The healing and metaphysical properties of the gems are also addressed. Written for both consumers and professionals, it''s easy to read, well-organised, packed with professional colour photographs and full of fascinating information.
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Renée Newman is a respected gemologist and author of several guides on gems and jewellery. Her books are used throughout the world as buying guides, sales-training tools, class texts and references for jewellery professionals.
Buying gems is a challenge, especially when they re unusual stones from faraway places. Exotic Gems, Volume 2 will show you with close-up photos how to make visual judgments about clarity, transparency, color, cut quality and brilliance. You ll also get tips on gem care and on detecting imitations and gem treatments. This is the second in a series of books that explores the history, lore, properties, qualities and geographic sources of lesser-known gems. If you re interested in alexandrite, cat s-eye, chrysoberyl, fire opal, dinosaur gembone, tsavorite, demantoid, rhodolite or other members of the garnet family, let Exotic Gems provide you with the in-depth information you ll need to be a smart buyer.
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