Exotic Gems Volume 3: How to Identify, Evaluate, Select and

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Exotic Gems Volume 3: How to Identify, Evaluate, Select and Care for Matrix Opal, Fire Agate, Blue Chalcedony, Rubellite Indicolite, Paraiba and Other Tourmalines (Newman Exotic Gems)

Buying gems is a challenge, especially when they're unusual stones from faraway places. Exotic Gems, Volume 3 will show you with close-up photos how to make visual judgements 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 third in a series of books that explores the history, properties, qualities and geographic sources of lesser-known gems. If you're interested in matrix opal, fire agate, blue chalcedony, Paraiba tourmaline, rubellite or other tourmalines, Exotic Gems can provide you with the indepth information you'll need to be a smart buyer.
Topics in this guide include:
Gem identification
geographic sources
Effects of lighting
Gem cleaning & care
quality evaluation
curious facts
gem treatments
Savvy buying
Country USA
Manufacturer International Jewelry Publications
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 422 colour photos
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780929975481
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Manufacturer	International Jewelry Publications
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	422 colour photos
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780929975481
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

Exotic Gems Volume 3: How to Identify, Evaluate, Select and Care for Matrix Opal, Fire Agate, Blue Chalcedony, Rubellite Indicolite, Paraiba and Other Tourmalines (Newman Exotic Gems)

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