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Fossils record the important changes that happened to Earth over time. Over the course of many years, palaeontologists have unearthed fossilized remains of plans, animals and even humans. All these ……続きを見る

This book contains stories on early Australian diamond discoveries, and also includes details on how to identify the diamonds you find. The information included has come from early original newspape……続きを見る

This book contains a wealth of information on the physical and optical properties of gemstones. It covers in great detail each facet of these properties in the hope it will assist you, the reader, i……続きを見る

This book, designed for the gemmologist or serious amateur, details the identification of Jade. It covers in detail Nephrite Jade and Jadeite, its formation, geology, simulants, distinguishing featu……続きを見る

This book takes a look at diamonds, in particular the common forms of diamond, rocks in which diamonds are found in nature, diamond types, electrical behaviour, thermal conductivity, chemical compos……続きを見る

This ebook takes a brief look at synthetic gemstones, in particular cubic zirconia and the various manufacturing methods used to produce synthetic gemstones. This is volume 13 of the Australian Gems……続きを見る

This book, designed for the gem fossicker, contains information on early gemstone discoveries in Australia, and includes information on how to identify the gemstones you find. This publication has b……続きを見る

This book contains a wealth of information on all aspects of pearls, saltwater and freshwater, their appearance, diagnostic properties, common treatments and imitations. Designed for the beginner or……続きを見る

This book contains a wealth of information on various types of opals, their appearance, diagnostic properties, imitations and how to tell the difference between potch and precious opal. Designed for……続きを見る

The first part of this book describes the different kinds of rocks, soil and mountains found on our planet, and explores how they came into being. This section deals with the depths of the earth, an……続きを見る

'One to savour and re-read again and again' LIZ HYDER ___________________ THE MONSTER THEY SEEK MAY NOT BE THE ONE THEY FIND 'The Bone Hunters has cemented Joanne Burn's place as one of my favourite……続きを見る

The mechanisms of magma movement, chemical differentiation and physical development, are derived from the geochemistry of igneous rocks, and from studying exposures of deep magmatic systems that hav……続きを見る

Discover a dazzling deep-dive into the history of the world through a totally new lens, as told by the V&A’s Senior Jewellery Curator. Includes 16 pages of colour photography showcasing some of the ……続きを見る

Discover the healing power of more than 180 crystals in this ultimate guide to mineral magic Crystals have been used for centuries around the world to promote wellness, fertility, prosperity, healin……続きを見る

The characteristic landscape of the Lake District is influenced by its geology. The huge array of different rocks found there determines the shape and appearance of the fells and dales. Also, as the……続きを見る

West Somerset is an area of great geological diversity, straddling the Tees–Exe Line between highland and lowland Britain. The story of the last 400 million years of Earth history can be gleaned fro……続きを見る

El libro "Volcanes:" La Belleza y el Peligro de la Naturaleza en Erupción es una jornada fascinante pela história, ciência e beleza dos vulcões em atividade. Desde una antiguía, os vulcões foram vis……続きを見る

Unearthing the Underworld is a history of the Earth as told through rocks – the secret-keepers of past environments, of changing climates and the pulse of life over billions of years. Even the most ……続きを見る

Pedras preciosas são fascinantes em sua beleza, brilho e raridade. Desde a antiguidade, essas pedras têm sido admiradas, usadas como símbolos de status, adornos pessoais e presentes valiosos. Elas s……続きを見る

Gemstones are mesmerizing in their beauty, brilliance and rarity. Since antiquity, these stones have been admired, used as status symbols, personal adornments and valuable gifts. They are found in d……続きを見る

Las piedras preciosas son fascinantes por su belleza, brillo y rareza. Desde la antigüedad, estas piedras han sido objeto de admiración, utilizadas como símbolos de estatus, adornos personales y val……続きを見る

Questa è una raccolta di saggi che esplora il rapporto spirituale, emotivo e biologico fra l’uomo e i colori, il modo in cui questi hanno plasmato l’umanità e come è cambiato il nostro impatto sul p……続きを見る

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This informative and fully illustrated volume explores the untold story of agate gemstones hidden in Kentucky's scenic Knobs Region. With their fine grain and rich assortment of colors, agate stones……続きを見る

Weather has always affected human life. Understanding how weather events form and predicting what kind of weather is coming can help enormously to manage weather-risk and will become even more impor……続きを見る

Learn the history behind the re-building of the Capital City after the War of 1812. The destruction of Washington in 1814 by the invading British challenged President James Monroe & architect Benjam……続きを見る

Discover the history of precious, semi-precious, and organic gemstones, their scientific properties, their mythical powers, and their traditional uses. Humans have been beguiled and fascinated by ge……続きを見る

New to rockhounding or ready to ramp up your skills? This contemporary guide to rock collecting goes beyond the “where and how” to include info on environmental impact, land stewardship, and buildin……続きを見る

Perché costruire un faraonico ponte tipo quello che è in progetto per lo Stretto di Messina, quando questo potrebbe sprofondare? Il motivo per cui potrebbe sprofondare è presto detto. I progettisti,……続きを見る

Moldavite is a forest green, olive green, or blue greenish vitreous silica projectile glass formed by a meteorite impact in southern Germany that occurred about 15 million years ago. It is a type of……続きを見る