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Cullinan Diamonds
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Author : Phillida Brooke Simons
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2004
Cullinan Diamonds written by Phillida Brooke Simons and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Business & Economics categories.
Of all the gifts that nature has bestowed upon this earth, none has greater power than the diamond to stir hearts, captivate imagination, and arouse a lust for wealth.
Diamonds
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Author : William Crookes
language : en
Publisher: DigiCat
Release Date : 2022-07-21
Diamonds written by William Crookes and has been published by DigiCat this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-07-21 with Fiction categories.
"Diamonds" by William Crookes is an early 20th century non-fiction book that somehow manages to capture audiences as if it were a thrilling adventure. Crookes explores the diamond sector in this book, including the world of fake diamonds, which were already a popular substitute for the gem over a century ago when this book was written.
Famous Diamonds
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Author : Ian Balfour
language : en
Publisher: ACC Distribution
Release Date : 1997
Famous Diamonds written by Ian Balfour and has been published by ACC Distribution this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997 with Antiques & Collectibles categories.
"The history of great diamonds is intimately interwoven with the lives of emperors and conquerors, great kings and queens, with statesmen and soldiers, the rich and famous - but also, inevitably, with those who lead more shadowy lives. Diamonds have been objects of passion, sometimes of war, violence and theft." "As well as being objects of exceptional beauty and rarity, they were once thought to possess magical properties that protected their owners from enemies. Initially a male prerogative reflecting status and authority, these incredible gems later adorned the wives of powerful men, and at times were offered as influential gifts. Few were immune to the temptation of diamonds; many sacrificed their lives and souls to them." "In Famous Diamonds, Ian Balfour tells the fascinating stories of almost 80 of these remarkable gems including the famous: Koh-i-Noor, which is set in the British Crown Jewels; the infamous: the deep blue Hope Diamond, which is said to bring bad luck to all who handle it; the biggest: The Cullinan; and the Hollywood romantic: the Taylor-Burton Diamond. Some have detailed histories that can be traced from the present day back to the moment they were mined, while others have a more mysterious past or have disappeared from view. Also included are shorter entries on a further selection of some forty notable diamonds."--BOOK JACKET.
The Diamond Route
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Author : Hans Strydom
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1993
The Diamond Route written by Hans Strydom and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1993 with Cullinan (South Africa) categories.
The History And Use Of Diamond
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Author : Samuel Tolansky
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1962
The History And Use Of Diamond written by Samuel Tolansky and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1962 with Diamants categories.
The Book Of Diamonds
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Author : John Willard Hershey
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1940
The Book Of Diamonds written by John Willard Hershey and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1940 with Diamonds categories.
Diamonds
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Author : Arthur Tremayne
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1942
Diamonds written by Arthur Tremayne and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1942 with Diamonds categories.
Faceting History Cutting Diamonds And Colored Stones
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Author : Glenn Klein
language : en
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Release Date : 2005-10-13
Faceting History Cutting Diamonds And Colored Stones written by Glenn Klein and has been published by Xlibris Corporation this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-10-13 with History categories.
The author of, "FACETING HISTORY: CUTTING DIAMONDS AND COLORED STONES" has for a long time had a deep interest in learning how the early faceters (cutters) of diamonds and colored gemstones were able to complete their work. What methods did they use? What equipment did they have to make success possible? How soon did they discover how to complete the many phases necessary to accomplish their work? How did the equipment and methods differ between fashioning diamonds and faceting colored stones? These are just a few of the questions that the author wanted to find the answers for. In looking for answers to these and other questions, the author found that there were bits and pieces of information available in many previous books, but there was not a good book available that would answer most of his questions. Upon hearing the author ́s remarks about this fact, one of the librarians at the wonderful library located at the Gemological Institute of America ́s Carlsbad campus said that if such a book was not available, "maybe you should write the book!" Well, the author had been thinking of doing just that, but the remark caused the author to see the light and agree to get started on the project. Little did he know then that the project would require many months of eight hour days over seven day weeks to get the book completed. He decided to write a book that would answer these and other related questions that he had. The thought also occurred to him that such a book would be a valuable volume to be placed in libraries of individual faceters around the world. He realized that such a book would also be of great value to anyone who works behind a Jewelry store counter. A successful sales person is one who is knowledgeable about the products that they are selling. A book of faceting information would be extremely valuable if read and re-read from time to time. A customer in the Jewelry store will no doubt be favorably impressed by a sales presentation that is made with the use of interesting and informative information about diamonds and the various colored gemstones. The customer will be convinced that the sales person knows about what they are talking. The author has spent nearly three years on the project of researching the GIA library and other libraries, along with the extensive personal library of gemstone related books that he personally possesses. Many conflicting reports were noted in his study. He has made the statements in his book reflect the most commonly accepted opinions, of the most respected authors ́ works that he has found in his research. History is only obtainable from the earlier works of other authors. We cannot go back to the long past centuries ourselves, to see first hand what really happened and when it happened. A study of faceting history requires making the best choices of the information that is available. This completed book answers questions as to why the fashioning of diamonds was/is so different from the faceting of colored gemstones. The book compares the needed equipment and the methods that have brought the greatest successes. In addition, a great deal of other information connected to faceting is included. There are seven chapters in the book and there are over 125 photographs of the early equipment and methods that were used. The photographs show the faceters, the workroom conditions, and the tools and equipment that they used to complete beautiful and lasting gemstones. The book chapters are titled: An Introduction to Faceting, Early Man ́s Stone Appreciation, Diamond Fashioning Procedure and Equipment, Colored Stone Faceting Procedure and Equipment, The Evolution of Cut Designs, Famous and Historic Gemstones, Sources of Diamond and Colored Stone Rough, and lastly, Advances in Faceting Over the Past One Hundred Years. By books end, the reader will be well informed as to what is r
Diamonds
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Author : Christine Petersen
language : en
Publisher: ABDO
Release Date : 2014-09-01
Diamonds written by Christine Petersen and has been published by ABDO this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-09-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
This title introduces young readers to diamonds, the hardest natural substance on Earth! ?Learn how diamonds are formed and where they are found. ?Historical and modern mining methods are detailed, and topics such as conflict diamonds are covered. ?The many uses of diamonds are examined, from industrial applications in products such as diamond saws and dentists' drills to engagement rings and birthstone jewelry. ?See how artisans such as diamond cutters and lapidaries use diamonds to create beautiful and useful jewelry by paying special attention to the four C's, carat, cut, clarity, and color. ?Finally, a list of tools and tips will set young rock hounds up to unearth their own treasures. ?Glossary words in bold, an index, and phonetic spellings for those hard-to-pronounce geologic terms enhance and supplement the text. ?Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. ?Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
Diamonds Pearls And Precious Stones
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Author : Marcell Nelson Smith
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1914
Diamonds Pearls And Precious Stones written by Marcell Nelson Smith and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1914 with Gems categories.