Gemstones of the World: Newly Revised Fifth Edition

Gemstones of the World is a comprehensive guide to identifying and understanding precious and semiprecious stones, featuring over 1,500 full-color photos showcasing each stone in both its rough and polished state.

This fifth edition includes important updates and a beautiful new cover, making it an essential resource for any rock enthusiast or geologist.

With complete information on formation, structure, physical properties, and methods of working, cutting, and polishing, this book covers all gemstones ever discovered, including lesser-known gems and minerals, organic gem materials, and recently discovered stones.

Charts and tables help you identify unknown gemstones and check for authenticity.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced collector, Gemstones of the World will bring new beauty and wisdom to your bookshelf.

Don't miss out on this must-have reference book from leading expert Walter Schumann.

Order now and unlock the secrets of the world's most beautiful and valuable stones!