The encyclopedia of gemstones and minerals
Holden, Martin1991
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Offers information on the properties/values of over 200 rocks, stones, jewels and other natural substances. Details about characteristic form, specific gravity, symmetry system, refraction, location, use and commercial value are provided.
Main title:
The encyclopedia of gemstones and minerals / Martin Holden ; consulting editor, E.A. Mathez ; principal photography by the British Museum (Natural History), with line drawings from Viktor Goldschmidt's Atlas der Krystallformen.
Imprint:
New York : Facts on File, c1991.
Collation:
303 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 31 cm.
Notes:
"A Friedman Group book"--T.p. verso.Includes bibliographical references (p. 296-297) and index.
ISBN:
9780816021772
Dewey class:
553.803549.03
Language:
English
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BRN:
1750160