Gemstones & Minerals of Australia
Condition: SECONDHAND
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p>Australia's gemstones and minerals are a treasure chest of world renown. This guide describes Australia's common minerals and gems, some rarities and the odd curiosity. It will enable collectors to identify a wide range of specimens./p>p>Part 1 introduces the reader to gems and minerals, and their chemical and crystal systems. It also gives tips on recognising and valuing specimens. Part 2 features 288 superb colour photographs to accompany each gem or mineral entry. The entries describe each stone, detailing its composition, structure and distribution. Useful additions to the book are a glossary, a list of the elements and information on the source and dimensions of each specimen pictured./p>
Author: Lin Sutherland
Format: Paperback, 128 pages, 150mm x 210mm, 270 g
Published: 2000, New Holland Publishers, Australia
Genre: Natural History: General
Description
p>Australia's gemstones and minerals are a treasure chest of world renown. This guide describes Australia's common minerals and gems, some rarities and the odd curiosity. It will enable collectors to identify a wide range of specimens./p>p>Part 1 introduces the reader to gems and minerals, and their chemical and crystal systems. It also gives tips on recognising and valuing specimens. Part 2 features 288 superb colour photographs to accompany each gem or mineral entry. The entries describe each stone, detailing its composition, structure and distribution. Useful additions to the book are a glossary, a list of the elements and information on the source and dimensions of each specimen pictured./p>
Gemstones & Minerals of Australia