Gemmology

Author : Peter G. Read
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
ISBN 13 : 0750664495
Total Pages : 341 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Gemmology written by Peter G. Read and published by Butterworth-Heinemann. This book was released on 2005 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This edition has been completely revised to cover the latest methods of gem enhancement and identification, as well as the most up-to-date test instruments and laboratory techniques.

Author : P. G. Read
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 1483144674
Total Pages : 370 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Gemmology written by P. G. Read and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2013-10-22 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gemmology is a text for students preparing for the Gemmological Association's Preliminary and Diploma examinations. The book is more expansive and up-to-date than the author's earlier book, Beginner's Guide to Gemmology. The book deals with the practical and theoretical sides of gemmology. Tracing the background and science of gemmology, the book covers the gem material, geological formation, and occurrence of gemstones on the earth. The composition of gemstones from the atoms, elements, molecules, and compounds comprising them is analyzed, and the relationship between chemical composition and durability of the stone is explained. The basics of crystallography is mentioned as a tool toward understanding gemmology after which cleavage, parting, and fracture are done. A gemstone's durability and hardness and how the latter influences engineering tests and the mining techniques are compared. An important test technique to identify unmounted stones is the measure of specific gravity using displacement measurement methods and hydrostatic methods. After more descriptive details are given in identification of gemstones, whether these are synthetic or simulants, through a comprehensive explanation of the materials found in these other gemstones, the fashioning, through shaping or polishing, of gemstones is explained. Emphasis is given on the critical angle in which light rays pass in different rock densities, and then the cutting styles, gemstone polishing, and grading are discussed. Students studying for the Gemmological Association's Preliminary and Diploma examinations, jewelers, lapidarists, and diamond cutters, as well as those engaged in the hobby of gemmology, will find this book helpful and full of information toward their endeavors and hobbies.

Author : Peter G Read
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 1483183122
Total Pages : 241 pages
Book Rating : 4.21/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Beginner's Guide to Gemmology written by Peter G Read and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2013-10-22 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beginner's Guide to Gemmology presents the profiles of the principal gem materials. This book discusses the interesting characteristics of gemstones as the growing consumer market jewelry resulted in increased sales of gem testing instruments. Organized into 12 chapters, this book begins with an overview of the development of the science of gemmology. This text then explains the fundamental qualities necessary in a gem, including color, hardness, specific gravity, crystallography, refractive index, pleochroism, critical angle, luminescence, and absorption spectra. Other chapters consider the organic gem materials, including amber, ivory, coral, tortoiseshell, jet, ebony, and pearl. This book discusses as well the various methods used in the production of man-made gemstones and the commercial use in gem testing. The final chapter deals with the composition of synthetic gemstones. This book is a valuable resource for gemmologists and jewelers. Students who intend to become a qualified gemologist will also find this book extremely useful.

Author : DeeDee Cunningham
Publisher : Robert Hale
ISBN 13 : 9780719804311
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.10/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Practical Gemmology written by DeeDee Cunningham and published by Robert Hale. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although suitable for readers of all levels of understanding, 'Practical Gemmology' is specifically tailored to provide the information and diagrams necessary for the successful completion of diploma examinations and is an invaluable tool for gemmology students.

Author : Stefanos Karampelas
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030354490
Total Pages : 120 pages
Book Rating : 4.97/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Gems and Gemmology written by Stefanos Karampelas and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-03-10 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a lucid introduction to the basics of gemmology. It familiarizes archaeologists, art historians and conservators with the science of gemstones and allows them to understand the basic concepts of their provenance, typology and treatments. Which are the main types of gems? What treatments can be applied? How does one analyse gems? How can gems contribute to archaeometrical research? This volume is written by four experts in the fields of gemmology and archaeometry and addresses both students who need an introduction to this field and professionals who want to refresh their knowledge of the topic. This work is part of a series of introductory texts that deal with a broad range of materials-related topics in archaeometry.

Author : Robert Webster
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1447498844
Total Pages : 194 pages
Book Rating : 4.41/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Practical Gemmology - A Study of the Identification of Gem-Stones, Pearls and Ornamental Minerals written by Robert Webster and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2013-04-16 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here will be found a shortened but complete course in gemmology, following the traditional lines adopted in teaching students at Chelsea Polytechnic in preparation for the Gemmological Association Examinations. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.

Author : Robert Webster
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 180 pages
Book Rating : 4.39/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Practical Gemmology written by Robert Webster and published by . This book was released on 1957 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Cornelius S. Hurlbut
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.09/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Gemology written by Cornelius S. Hurlbut and published by . This book was released on 1979 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A concise, systematic, yet comprehensive ``textbook'' treatment of the science. Examines origin, chemistry, crystallography, physical properties, and optical properties of gemstones, and discusses methods and instruments used to determine these properties. Highlights recent advances and important contributions; explores new methods of study and determination, crystal structures, causes of color, new gem minerals, new methods of gem synthesis, manufactured gems, chemical compounds used as substitutes, and imitations and simulations. Includes 12 full color plates, 350 halftones and line drawings, and a Gem Index that lists commonly sought characteristics along with page number references.

Author : Peter G Read
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 1483192261
Total Pages : 340 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Gemmological Instruments written by Peter G Read and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2013-09-24 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gemmological Instruments deals with the developments in diamond grading equipment and gem testing instruments since the publication of the first edition in 1978. These developments include improvements in the versatility and styling of existing instruments such as the reflectivity meter, the composite spectroscope, and the refractometer. It also addresses the criticisms in the first edition and provides a discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of different gem testing equipment. This book is organized into 16 chapters that describe groundbreaking instruments like the thermal conductivity diamond testers and home-constructed items that while innovative have not yet been commercialized. There are also chapters dealing with microphotography and identification of synthetics and stimulants. This book also provides a listing of gemstone constants and characteristic inclusions in natural and synthetic gemstones. This book will be of interest to people interested in equipment for gem testing and diamond grading.

Author : B. Anderson
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1447494652
Total Pages : 254 pages
Book Rating : 4.52/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Gem Testing written by B. Anderson and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2013-04-16 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unusual work is a complete treatise on the identification of precious stones that is thoroughly recommended for inclusion on the jeweller or antiquarian's bookshelf. Contents Include: Preface; How to Use The Book; Refractive Index and its Measurement; Double Refraction and How to Detect it; Colour, Colour Filters and the Dichroscope; Specific Gravity and How to Measure It; Detection of Synthetic and Imitation Stones; The Use of the Microscope; The Identification of Diamond; The Identification of Ruby; The Identification of Sapphire; The Identification of Emerald; Aquamarine and Alexandrite; The Identification of Zircon; The Identification of Topaz; The Identification of Pink, Mauve, etc. Stones; The Identification of Brown and Orange Stones; Quartz, Opal, and Garnets; Tourmaline, Peridot, and Spinel; Identification of Translucent and Opaque Stones; Amber, Tortoiseshell, Coral, and Jet; Pearls: Real, Cultured, and Imitation; Appendix: Glossary, Alphabetical Summary of Gem Species, Crystal Systems, Bibliography, Specific Gravity and Refractive Index Tables; Names and Addresses of Recommended Suppliers; and an Index. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.