Guide to Gems
by Cally Oldershaw
Guide to Gems
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| Foreword |
4
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| Introduction | |
| Gem formation |
6
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| Mining |
10
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| Crystal Structure |
12
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| Optical properties |
16
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| Physical properties |
20
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| Fashioning and cutting |
24
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| Imitation and synthetic stones |
28
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| Enhancement |
31
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| History of gems |
32
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| Famous diamonds |
34
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| Gemlore |
36
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| Birthstones |
37
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| Color key |
38
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| Classification |
45
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| GEMS |
46
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| Maps of gem locations |
211
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| Glossary |
220
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| Useful addresses and acknowledgments |
221
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| Index |
222
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