Intl Jewelry Pubns
Exotic Gems: How to Identify, Evaluate, Select and Care for Matrix Opal, Fire Agate, Blue Chalcedony, Rubellite Indicolite, Paraiba and Other Tourmalines (Newman Exotic Gems)
Free shipping with 3 or more products in your cart
Payflex: Pay in 4 interest-free payments of R485.75. Read the FAQ
R 1,943
In stock
Low stock in USA warehouse Order soon to secure your order
Used, Good Condition
Duties, insurance and VAT included
Delivered in 10–20 working days —
Free shipping with 3 or more products in your cart
Secure checkout
Your payment is fully protected
Duties & VAT included
No surprise charges at the door
Tracked delivery
Track your order end to end
Returns support
30-day return window
Description
Condition - Very Good
The item shows wear from consistent use but remains in good condition. It may arrive with damaged packaging or be repackaged.
Buying gems is a challenge, especially when they're unusual stones from faraway places. Exotic Gems, Volume 3 will show you with close-up photos how to make visual judgements about clarity, transparency, color, cut quality and brilliance. You'll also get tips on gem care and on detecting imitations and gem treatments. This is the third in a series of books that explores the history, properties, qualities and geographic sources of lesser-known gems. If you're interested in matrix opal, fire agate, blue chalcedony, Paraiba tourmaline, rubellite or other tourmalines, Exotic Gems can provide you with the indepth information you'll need to be a smart buyer.
Topics in this guide include:
Gem identification
geographic sources
Effects of lighting
Gem cleaning & care
quality evaluation
curious facts
gem treatments
Savvy buying
Technical Specifications
Manufacturer
Intl Jewelry Pubns
Height
23.5 cm
Length
15.9 cm
Width
1.3 cm
Weight
1.05 kg
Shipping & Delivery
Your order is shipped from the USA and delivered to your door in South Africa in 10–20 working days. All items are fully tracked.
Returns & Exchanges
We offer a 30-day return window. If something isn't right, contact our support team and we'll make it right.
