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Gems: A Lively Guide for the Casual Collector (Rocks, Minerals and Gemstones) [Hardcover]

Daniel J. Dennis (Author)
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Rocks, Minerals and Gemstones October 1, 1999
A wealth of useful facts and lore about gems is presented in this light-hearted yet practical illustrated guide. It describes the process from rough stone to polished and set jewelry with helpful tips on cleaning and caring for them.


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Registered gemologist Newman understands this. In her two new guides, Newman continues her tradition of user-friendly texts that are technical enough to help consumers make wise purchases. Like her other well-regarded guides (e.g., The Gold Jewelry Buying Guide), this book is profusely illustrated with color photographs"most by Newman"showing not only the beauty of finished jewelry but close-ups and magnifications of details such as finish, settings, cut, clarity, flaws, and fakes. Sections on testing and judging the real from the fake are sophisticated enough for professionals to use. All three books are enjoyable reading, but Newman!s guides are the ones to take along when shopping. Gems will find a place in larger collections in need of a broad, basic guide. Newman!s books are highly recommended for both academic and public libraries of all sizes."Therese Duzinkiewicz Baker, Western Kentucky Univ. Libs., Bowling Green
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Product Details

  • Hardcover: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Harry N. Abrams; 1st edition (October 1, 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0810941260
  • ISBN-13: 978-0810941267
  • Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 8.4 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,311,141 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!, March 27, 2000
This review is from: Gems: A Lively Guide for the Casual Collector (Rocks, Minerals and Gemstones) (Hardcover)
This book is very insightful. If you want to know anything about gems - how to care for them, where they come from, etc. - this book is a must. Highly recommended!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Gems- a Lively Guide for the Casual Collector, February 27, 2000
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Author Dan Dennis does a great job in making this informative book enjoyable and easy reading.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars What a pleasure!, July 25, 2001
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I can't begin to say how wonderful this book is. Whether you are a layman or a professional, this is THE book to turn to. Not only is it highly informative, but it is written so well that you actually WANT to read it. Dan's sense of humor and his love for gems shines here. I wouldn't trade this book for anything.
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