Gemmology, Second Edition [Paperback]

Susan Read (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0750644117 | ISBN-13: 978-0750644112 | Publication Date: January 4, 2000 | Edition: 2

This second edition 'Gemmology' has been expanded and updated throughout by the well known writer and editor of Butterworth-Heinemann's gemmology series, Peter Read. This is a much needed update of a classic text and new syllabus information and sample examination theory papers for the Gemmological Association's Preliminary and Diploma courses are included. The additions also incorporate more recent developments, such as the introduction of synthetic moissanite and the De Beer's instruments for distinguishing between natural and synthetic diamonds.

'Gemmology' still serves as a useful reference guide for gemmologists detailing the latest natural and synthetic gem materials and is an invaluable text for anyone in the gemmological profession.

* Much needed update to a classic text
* Best author to write this book
* New information for the relevant exams and courses with techniques and questions

Editorial Reviews

Review

"... this is the book I have been waiting for. It is an affordable, excellent reference book with every diagram and chart necessary for the identification of gemstones and gem material."
Jewellery Time, April 2000

Reviews of first edition:

'Gemmology is a most welcome update and expansion of his 'Beginner's Guide to Gemmology...It fills a gap in practical gemmological literature' - Gemmological Newsletter

'...it is clearly well-written, factually sound, well illustrated, and combines the virtues (and fortunately avoids the mistakes) of its acknowledged predecessors such as Webster's 'Gems', Anderson's 'Gem Testing', and the GAGB's teaching notes...Well done Peter. This book is a most useful contribution to the literature and can only assist Australian student of gemmology' The Australian Gemmologist

'This readable book on gemmology is slanted to both beginning and advanced students of the science of gemmology, and like Read's previous book on this subject will probably become a standard text.' Lapidary Journal

Book Description

Provides an in-depth appreciation of the science of gemmology, its history and practice --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 326 pages
• Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann; 2 edition (January 4, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0750644117
• ISBN-13: 978-0750644112
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,156,451 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great for students, October 4, 2009

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GEM "GEM" (the Hague) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Gemmology (Paperback)

This book is packed with information useful for Gem-A students. It has more useful information than the Gem-A course materials! The small size is convenient to carry anywhere.
However, the black & white photos are poorly printed. It is a bit silly to have a black & white photo of a carving displaying labradorescence. Many of the inclusion photos are not clear as well.
This book gets 4 stars for the text and no stars for the photos. Hopefully the printing will be improved with the next edition. Then this book will be a real gem.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Gemology, September 19, 2011

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This review is from: Gemmology (Paperback)

Great reference book for the gemology student, gemology enthusisst, or gemologist.

Condition of the bool has an issue. The binding on a "new" book came apart!!

But, the book is a must for my reference library.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good reference book, June 1, 2010

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Rosa J. Hilliard "Rosa J" (Florissant, MO USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Gemmology (Paperback)

I purchased this book. I have become interesed in gemsstones and this book gives a lot of information on the formation, origin, make up of Natural Gems. There is a excellent section regarding synthetics,lab created,and treatment of various gemstones.