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Gemstones (DK Handbooks) [Paperback]

Cally Hall (Author)

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Paperback: 160 pages
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley; New Ed edition (13 April 2000)
Language English
ISBN-10: 075132731X
ISBN-13: 978-0751327311
Product Dimensions: 20.8 x 13.5 x 1.3 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

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- #12 in Books > Science & Nature > Earth Sciences & Geography > Geology > Reference
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The Dorling Kindersley Handbook of Gemstones is packed with more than 800 vivid full-colour photographs of more than 130 varieties of cut and uncut stones organic gemstones and precious metals. With authoritative text clear photography and a systematic approach this concise guide to identification enables you to recognize each gemstone instantly. Photo-Encyclopedic Approach Each expertly written entry combines a precise description with annotated photographs to highlight the gemstone's chief characteristics and distinguishing features. Additional colour illustrations and photographs show uncut stones colour variations and a range of popular cuts while colour-coded bands provide at-a-glance facts for quick reference. Identification Made Easy For beginners and established enthusiasts alike the Dorling Kindersley Handbook of Gemstones explains what a gemstone is how and where gemstones occur what natural properties they possess and how they have been fashioned and imitated through the ages. To help you in the initial stages of identification a colour key illustrates the variety of colours found within natural and synthetic gemstones. A concise glossary explains the relevant scientific and technical terms.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Good for Beginners, 28 Feb 2008

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This book is good if you are just starting out looking at gemstones and gemmology. However it does not give much more than a brief outline of each stone with a few nice pictures which leaves you wanting more! Good reference charts at the back of the book. Other than the charts, no real visual identifying tips of any real value imo ie. microphotos etc or tips on id synthetics etc. Still a nice book to have and does contribute something when compared with other books.

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4.0 out of 5 stars A Good Start, 29 Nov 2005

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This handbook is essential reading for any new jewellers and provides the basics needed for product knowledge. Well laid out information, multiple illustrations. A definitely GOOD starting point.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Informative and nicely illustrated, 20 Dec 2005

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Like all DK books, this is beautifully illustrated and informative. It's the kind of book you'll probably find yourself dipping into now and again, rather than reading cover to cover in one go. User friendly and doesn't baffle with unnecessary science.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Useful reference book
I bought the book "Gemstones" by Cally Hall because I would like to improve my English vocabulary on this subject. Read more

Published 7 months ago by 58Logop�die

5.0 out of 5 stars Iniciants' bible!
This book is so great in all the aspects. It is easy to reffer, nicely done, helpful information and untill today after a couple of years in gemmology i still reffer back to it... Read more

Published 11 months ago by T. Segurado

5.0 out of 5 stars Gems
A real eye=opener. I thought I knew all about gemstones but in here are stones I've never even heard of. Once you pick it up you'll not want to put it down. Read more

Published 17 months ago by Mrs. B. Armstrong

5.0 out of 5 stars This book's a little gem !
DK don't disappoint with this handy sized reference on world gems. Ideal for hobbyist or craftsman.

Published 18 months ago by Mr. Allan Andrews

5.0 out of 5 stars Dorling Kindersley Gemstones handbook
This book has been a great help in identifying the various gemstones I come across. It has excellent pictures, sorted by colour, of individual gems, and these lead you to a... Read more

Published on 19 Nov 2009 by Eve Ladysmith

5.0 out of 5 stars Gemstones (DK Handbooks)
Unfortunately I had a problem with the book I received as some of the pages were overprinted, and could not be read.I was perhaps unlucky. Sent my copy back for a refund. Read more

Published on 21 May 2009 by L. Reed

4.0 out of 5 stars Learning about Gems
This small compact book offers a good first insight to collecting gems. It clearly explains all that is required to start and gather together a selection of the worlds' gems. Read more

Published on 8 April 2009 by R. Price

4.0 out of 5 stars great book
this book is great for the beginner and those a little more expert

Published on 9 Oct 2006 by C. K. Miles

5.0 out of 5 stars Well it's a damn good book if you like like you'r gems.
It tell's you what and where they come from around the world. It's a really good book if someone really like's there Gem stones. Read more

Published on 28 May 2001

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