Introduction to
Lapidary- By Pansy D. Kraus is an introduction
to all aspects of lapidary, describing the processes and tools and equipment, from the
basics of getting started to studio visits with renown artists. Many photographs and
illustrations. Soft cover, 196 pages.
62.01503...$30.75
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Gemstones- By Christine Woodward and Roger Harding. This book, with color
pictures, discusses stones and gems in their natural state and details how they are mined.
The book also focuses on the most valuable cut gems. Hard cover, 64 pages
62.418...$14.40
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Gem & Jewelry Pocket Guide-
62.405...$13.95
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Gemstones of the World- By Walter Schumann. Authoritative reference work, with color
photographs of more than 1400 specimens, many shown before and after cutting. Special
sections on fabricated and synthetic gems, recognizing gems by color, birthstones and
organic gems such as coral and pearl. Includes technical data on gemstone properties,
formation and structure of gems and cutting. Hard cover. 256 pages.
62.417...$29.10
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