A fully illustrated guide to gemstones
<ul>
<li>Striking full-color photographs</li>
<li>Detailed descriptions of each stone</li>
<li>Additional artwork showing identifying features</li>
</ul>
Published in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, America's foremost authority in history and science.

Gemstones (Collins Gem)

Science & Math

Oldershaw, Cally

Earth Sciences

Harper-perennial

"Lavishly illustrated, Gems of the World is intended for anyone who has ever been fascinated by crystals, jewelry, and gems, from general readers to seasoned professionals. It is a fine addition to general collections." --Booklist, on the previous edition 
 Gems of the World is a practical and comprehensive guide to the identification and properties of precious and semiprecious gems, novelty stones, agates and crystals. This edition has been revised and thoroughly updated. Changes and new features include updated maps of recently established diamond bourses and geographical country changes, plus new gem varieties and localities where they are found, new techniques for producing synthetic gemstones and simulants, and much more. 
 There is comprehensive information on gems: 
<li> gem formation </li> <li> mining </li> <li> the diamond industry </li> <li> conflict diamonds </li> <li> ethical sourcing </li> <li> crystal structure (diagrams and cuts) </li> <li> optical and physical properties </li> <li> fashioning and cutting (properties and uses) </li> <li> gemstone cuts for diamonds </li> <li> buying a diamond </li> <li> buying colored gemstones </li> <li> imitation and synthetic gemstones </li> <li> gemstone enhancement </li> <li> history of gems </li> <li> famous diamonds </li> <li> caring for gemstones and jewelry </li> <li> a color key of 139 gemstones. </li> The text describes the world's diamond cutting and trading centers, the "diamond pipeline" that flows from mine to retail, and information on the gemstone industry, ethical mining, conflict diamonds and the emergence of new diamond centers. 
 The description directory of gemstones is organized by their chemical composition. The 139 profiles describe each gem's geology, chemistry, properties (such as color, refractive index, and luster), cultural use in history and its value in jewelry. Photographs show the gem as a raw crystal, in common cuts, polished for use, and in some cases, also in a piece of jewelry. 
 Gems of the World is an ideal reference for gemologists, collectors and general readers.

Gems of the World

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Crafts & Hobbies

Firefly Books

Featuring stunning photography and fact-filled, easy-to-read text, Rocks and Minerals explores the geological process of how rocks are made over millions of years. View the majestic white cliffs of Dover, created from millions of sea animal skeletons, and understand how minerals are at the heart of every computer and electronic device on Earth.

Rocks and Minerals: A Golden Photo Guide from St. Martin's Press

Children's Books

Education & Reference

Golden Guides from St. Martin's Press

A celebration of the beauty and majesty of planet Earth with more than 100 incredible stories and images. From molten-hot rock and smoldering volcanoes to icy glaciers and bubbling springs, this stunning compendium unlocks the mysteries of our living, breathing planet Earth. The latest title in the hugely popular Anthology series, An Anthology of Our Extraordinary Earth looks at our constantly changing planet, with breathtaking images and compelling narrative text. The book explores rushing waterfalls, magical dark caves, and weaving rivers in clear and lively prose that makes complex scientific ideas easy to understand for kids. Starting at the center of the Earth, the book examines each layer in forensic detail: from Earth's metallic core, drilling through Earth's tough crust until emerging out onto the planet's surface, with its lush green rainforests, sparkling oceans, and snow-capped mountains, before sailing up into Earth's airy atmosphere. The book also examines the effects of climate change and what we can do to save our planet. This fabulous book cannot fail to excite budding geologists, geographers, environmentalists, and all-around planet Earth enthusiasts everywhere.&nbsp; With foil on the cover, gilded edges, and a ribbon for keeping your place, this book makes an attractive gift for any child who is fascinated by our planet. With engaging information and absorbing images, this book is perfect for children to explore by themselves or for bedtime stories.

An Anthology of Our Extraordinary Earth (DK Children's Anthologies)

Science, Nature & How It Works

DK Children

Deserts and Wastelands (Closer Look at)

Copper Beech Books

Breathtaking color photographs, especially commissioned and in a fresh new layout that's completely revised from earlier editions, capture the glistening beauty of gemstones from around the world--stones used for jewelry and magical rites as far back as 20,000 years ago. This feast for the eyes shows uncut stones and gems in their natural state, details how they are formed and mined, and also includes such exquisite jewel-adorned creations as a Spanish Renaissance pendant with Columbian emeralds, the Black Prince's ruby set in the British Imperial State Crown; a Mayan jadeite mask, and the Koh-i-Noor diamond. For a full understanding of their fascination, look beyond their visible magnificence to the gems' structure and physical attributes. Besides the most popular gemstones, you'll find fascinating descriptions of common imitations and synthetics--and advice on distinguishing the real from the fake. Note: This book is published in cooperation with the prestigious The Natural History Museum.

Gemstones

Woodward, Christine

Harding, Roger

Nature & Ecology

Sterling

Oceans (Our Planet)

Describes the physical characteristics, plants and animals, resources, pollution, and conservation of the world's oceans

Troll Communications Llc

Breathtaking color photographs, especially commissioned, capture the glistening beauty of gemstones from around the world-stones used for jewelry and magical rites as far back as 20,000 years ago. This feast for the eyes shows uncut stones and gems in their natural state, details how they are formed and mined, and also includes such exquisite jewel-adorned creations as the Black Prince's ruby set in the British Imperial State Crown; a Mayan jadeite mask, and the Koh-i-Noor diamond. For a full understanding of their fascination, look beyond their visible magnificence to the gems' structure and physical attributes. Besides the most popular gemstones, there are fascinating descriptions of common imitations and synthetics, and advice on distinguishing the real from the fake. Note: This book is published in cooperation with the prestigious Natural History Museum in London.

A reference guide to gems, semi-precious stones and crystals. 
 Gemstones and crystals are used for jewelry, industry, lasers and precision technology. Firefly Guide to Gems is a practical, compact guide to the identification and use of precious and semi-precious stones, novelty stones, agates and crystals. 
 An introduction explains geology, chemistry and gemstone properties in clear and accessible terms. Key aspects of gemstones are explained such as crystal structures and optical and physical properties. 
 The first section of the book focuses on precious gems in their many forms, with illustrations of priceless jewelry. Practical information includes:
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<li>Fashioning and cutting</li> <li>Types and shapes of cut</li> <li>Collecting</li> <li>Handling and storing gemstones</li> <li>Weighing and measuring stones</li> </ul>
 The second and main section supplies complete descriptions of a wide range of gems, organized by chemical composition, for instance:
<ul>
<li>Carbon (diamond)</li> <li>Aluminum oxide (saphire and ruby)</li> <li>Phosphate (turquoise)</li> <li>Silica (opal)</li> </ul>
 A fascinating profile of each gem is accompanied with color photographs of the raw crystal, common cuts, and finally polished for use in jewelry. At-a-glance charts provide technical details such as refractive index, crystal group, luster, hardness and cleavage for each gem. 
 Easy-to-read and abundantly illustrated, Firefly Guide to Gems is ideal for collectors and rockhounds.

Firefly Guide to Gems (Firefly Pocket series)

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Gemstones (Collins Gem)

Gems of the World

Rocks and Minerals: A Golden Photo Guide from St. Martin's Press

An Anthology of Our Extraordinary Earth (DK Children's Anthologies)

Deserts and Wastelands (Closer Look at)

Gemstones

Oceans (Our Planet)

Oceans (Our Planet)

Gemstones

Firefly Guide to Gems (Firefly Pocket series)