Identification of Emeralds: Australian Gemstones Series Book 11
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Identification of Emeralds: Australian Gemstones Series Book 11
Emerald Identification, Treatments, Crystallography, Synthetics, Where to Find Them, Geological Formation, Inclusions & More…
This book covers several aspects of emerald identification including:- -Chemical composition -Crystallographic system -Typical habit -Colouring ion -Geological environment of formation -Common inclusions specific to particular locations -Locations where emeralds are found -Synthetic emeralds and how they are made -Differences between a natural and synthetic emerald and how to tell the difference -Methods for treating emeralds -Trapiche emeralds   Identification of Emeralds is the eleventh volume of the Australian Gemstones Series.
Other books in this series include Early Australian Gemstone Discoveries, Early Australian Diamond Discoveries, The Physical and Optical Properties of Gemstones, Identification of Quartz and Its Varieties, Identification of Feldspar and Its Varieties, Identification of Amber, Identification of Coral, Identification of Pearls, Identification of Opals, and the Identification of Ornamental Gem Materials.
These books are specifically designed for the beginner wanting to learn more about gemstones or gem fossicking, they also make a wonderful refresher course for the more experienced.
All of these books are available for purchase through www.amazon.com