Gemstones : a concise reference guide /

Gemstones have been a source of delight and fascination for thousands of years, from the icy brilliance of diamond and the soft iridescence of pearl to tough jade gems once used in weapons and pink topaz that was popular in Victorian jewelry. This book covers every known type of gemstone, exploring...

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Main Author:	Hansen, Robin (Author)
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	Princeton, New Jersey : Princeton University Press, [2022].
Subjects:	Precious stones > Handbooks, manuals, etc. Gems > Handbooks, manuals, etc.