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Gemstone & Crystal Properties: Quickstudy Laminated Reference Guide
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ISBN10: 1423228596
ISBN13: 9781423228592
Publisher: Barcharts
Published: Dec 31 2015
Pages: 6
Weight: 0.30
Height: 0.10 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781423228592
Publisher: Barcharts
Published: Dec 31 2015
Pages: 6
Weight: 0.30
Height: 0.10 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Essential reference for 135 of the most sought after and popular gemstones, minerals and crystals through photos and descriptions of color variety, luster and transparency range. With more facts per page than any other source this 6 page laminated guide has succinct facts per stone or crystal, plus an identifying photo. It is flat for easy storage and for access anywhere, and is durably laminated to last a lifetime. Includes scientific, identifying and metaphysical properties of each gemstone plus significant meanings or historical uses, or how it is formed. Author Jennifer Billock is an award-winning journalist, bestselling author, and editor. Her work has appeared in publications including The New York Times, Playboy, mental_floss, Lucky Peach, National Geographic Traveler, and Conde Nast Traveler. She also co-hosts the podcast Macabre Traveler and edits the Kitchen Witch Newsletter.
Topics covered include:
Suggested uses:
- 135 Gemstones, Crystals and Minerals
- Color - Details & Variations
- Elemental Composition
- Crystal Structure
- Hardness & Specific Gravity
- Luster
- Transparency
- Metaphysical Properties
- Other Facts:
- Historical Uses or Meanings
- Current or Historical Metaphysical Uses
- Also Known As - If Relevant
- Birthstone
Suggested uses:
- Buying Guide - identify metaphysical or historical uses of stones for you personally or as a meaningful gift
- Collectors - handy identification and properties reference
- Jewelry & Art - know the structure and durability of your materials for mounting or carving
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