Garnet Gemstones - A Collection of Historical Articles on the Origins, Structure and Properties of Garnet
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Garnet Gemstones - A Collection of Historical Articles on the Origins, Structure and Properties of Garnet

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  2. English
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eBook - ePub

Garnet Gemstones - A Collection of Historical Articles on the Origins, Structure and Properties of Garnet

About this book

Explore the enduring appeal of garnet in this curated collection of historical gemology and crystallography articles.

Rich with classic material dating back to the early 1900s and earlier, this volume brings together expertly chosen writings on the origins, structure and physical properties of garnet.

Contents include:

  • The Natural History of Gems by C. W. King
  • A Manual of Precious Stones and Antique Gem by Hodder H. Westropp
  • Gem Stones and Their Distinctive Characters by G. F. Herbert Smith
  • Gems and Gem Materials by Edward Henry Kraus
  • Gems and Jewellery Today by Marcus Baerwals
  • Gemstones by G. F. Herbert
  • Practical Gemmology by Robert Webster
  • Questions Answered on Gems and Jewellery by Kathleen Gough
  • Scottish Gem Stones by W. J. McCallien
  • The Story of the Gems by Herbert P. Whitlock

Combining scientific insight with historical context, Garnet Gemstones is a fascinating and accessible guide for gemstone lovers, students and anyone curious about what makes garnet such a distinctive and versatile gemstone.

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Information

Publisher
Orth Press
Year
2015
Print ISBN
9781447420224
eBook ISBN
9781473394353
Topic
Physical Sciences
Subtopic
Geology & Earth Sciences

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title
  3. Copyright
  4. Introduction to Gemmology
  5. Contents
  6. The Natural History of Gems – Or, Decorative Stones
  7. A Manual of Precious Stones and Antique Gems
  8. Gem Stones and Their Distinctive Characters
  9. Gems and Gem Materials
  10. Gems and Jewelery Today - An Account of the Romance and Value of Gems, Jewelery, Watches and Silverware
  11. Gemstones
  12. Practical Gemmology - A Study of the Identification of Gem-Stones, Pearls and Ornamental Minerals
  13. Questions Answered on Gems and Jewellery
  14. Scottish Gem Stones
  15. The Story of the Gems - A Popular Handbook

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