The rapid growth of gemological sciences and mineralogy requires a comprehensive dictionary for gemologists, mineralogists, geologists, jewel dealers, industry, and hobbyists. The third edition of this dictionary contains about 29,000 entries – about 4,000 more than the second edition. The comprehensive definitions are now completed by more than 1,500 charts, diagrams and figures. The author offers a one-stop reference to any matter dealing with gems and gemology. Review of the 1st edition ‘The volume’s strength lies in its comprehensive scope; it treats all aspects of gemology beginning with the gems themselves, elaborates on technical methods and procedures, explicates professional terminology, and identifies individuals and associated groups....Given its useful format and comprehensiveness, the book will serve as an invaluable reference source for practitioners and serious scholars in the field.’ CHOICE Offers a ‘one-stop reference’ to any matter dealing with gems, gemology, jewellery and related sciences
- ISBN: 978-3-540-72795-8
- Editorial: Springer
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 900
- Fecha Publicación: 01/09/2008
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés