This volume brings together historical writings on the gemological and crystallographic aspects of chrysoberyl, a durable beryllium aluminum oxide gemstone prized for its clarity, hardness, and phenomena like cat's-eye and color change in varieties such as alexandrite.
Drawing on classic articles from the early 1900s and before, Chrysoberyl Gemstones covers the mineral's origins, crystal structure, physical properties, and scientific observations, offering a comprehensive guide to chrysoberyl's key features and context for readers interested in its study and history.
Contents include:
- Precious Stones: Considered in Their Scientific and Artistic Relations by A. H. Church
- A Handbook of Precious Stones by M. D. Rothschild
- Gem Stones and Their Distinctive Characters by G. F. Herbert Smith
- Gems and Gem Materials by Edward Henry Kraus
- Gems and Jewellery Today: An Account of Romance and Value of Gems, Jewellery, Watches, and Silverware by Marcus Baerwald
- Popular Gemology by Richard M. Pearl
- The Story of the Gems by Herbert P. Whitlock
- Crystallography: A Treatise on the Morphology of Crystals by N. Story Maskelyne
The original texts and illustrations are preserved in modern editions to make this material accessible to contemporary audiences.