Gemstones of the World
by Walter Schumann

280 Pages, Illustrated, Color Photos, Hardback, 7 7/8" x 5 1/4"

• This is a new "Gemstones of the World" book
• Authoritive reference work, with color photographs of 1500 specimens, many shown before and after cutting
• Special sections on fabricated and synthetic gems, recognizing gems by color, birthstones and organic gems such as coral and pearl
• Includes technical data on gemstone properties, formation and structure of gems and cutting