{"product_id":"gemstones-paperback","title":"Gemstones - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eCally Hall\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnearth a treasure trove of knowledge on over 130 gemstones from around the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLearn how gemstones are formed and how to recognize them by their unique qualities and colors. It's a wonderful book for beginners, students and gemstone-enthusiasts that includes the latest scientific research and specimen classification. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eHandbook of Gemstones \u003c\/i\u003eis filled with all you need to know about the fascinating world of gemstones -- cut and uncut stones, organic gemstones and precious metals. Inside, you'll find: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e - Fast facts for quick reference, including chemical composition, hardness, gravity, luster and reflective value. \u003cbr\u003e - Photo close-ups of key details and highlights of distinguishing features. \u003cbr\u003e - Illustrations of faceting and shapes popular for each gemstone. \u003cbr\u003e - A detailed introduction to everything a beginner gemologist needs to know, including how gemstones form, the different properties, crystal shapes, faceting and the history of gems. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003eEverything you ever wanted to know about gems\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDelve into the one-of-a-kind characteristics, colors and attributes of more than 130 gemstones with this compact visual guide. For easy classification, each stone's entry includes annotated photographs to highlight distinguishing features and concise details about the attributes of gems. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDesigned for beginners and experienced collectors alike, this gemology book explores what gemstones are, how they are classified and how to identify them by their physical and optical properties. It also shows you how they were fashioned and imitated throughout history. Learn the differences between varieties of cut and uncut stones, organic gemstones and precious metals. It includes a glossary for many more technical and scientific terms, and over 800 high-quality photos of gems, making it the ideal gift for any budding gemologist!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLove what you're seeing? Check out other titles in the series!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eDK Handbook \u003c\/i\u003eseries is an incredible collection of titles that fascinate curious minds. Other books include Rocks and Minerals, Dinosaurs, and Prehistoric Life, and Stars and Planets.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCally Hall \u003c\/b\u003eis a geology expert and an author of educational guidebooks that make the subject accessible to a variety of readers. She wrote her first book, a DK Smithsonian Handbook called \u003ci\u003eGemstones\u003c\/i\u003e, in 1994. She has also written two science-themed books aimed at younger audiences, \u003ci\u003eCloser Look at Mountains \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eCloser Look at Forests\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 160\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3 x 8.3 x 5.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 17, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51769541755168,"sku":"9780744020557","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/140fd40fa153edddcd91be5e1be34b16.webp?v=1780350481","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/gemstones-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}