Exotic Gems, Volume 1
HOw to identify and Buy Tanzanite, Ammolite, Rhodochrosite, Zultanite, Sunstone, Moonstone & other Feldspars
Discover Exotic Gems
This
is the first in a series of books that will explore the history, lore,
evaluation, geographic sources, and identifying properties of lesser-known
gems. Exotic Gems Volume 1 has 288 color photos of mounted and
loose tanzanite, ammolite, zultanite, rhodochrosite, sunstone, moonstone,
labradorite, spectrolite, andesine, amazonite, bytownite, orthoclase and
oligoclase. Some of the pictures are close-up shots that show how to make
visual judgments about clarity, transparency, color, cut quality and
brilliance. A few pictures show how the gems are cut and many others show
creative jewelry designs with these stones. Exotic Gems also
provides tips on caring for the gems, selecting an appraiser and on
detecting imitations and gem treatments. The healing and metaphysical
properties of the gems are also addressed. Written for both consumers and
professionals, it’s easy to read, well-organized, and packed with
fascinating information and photos. If you’re interested in colored
gemstones, you’ll find Exotic Gems to be a valuable resource that
will help you discover and buy unusual gem varieties you may never have
seen before.
Exotic Gems, Volume 1: How to Identify & Buy
Tanzanite, Ammolite, Rhodochrosite, Zultanite
Sunstone, Moonstone & Other Feldspars
by Renée Newman ISBN 978-0929975-42-9
Click to Buy Now New Available February 2010
Paperback / 6" x 9" / 154 pages, International Jewelry Publications / $19.95
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