Dictionary of Gems and Gemology

The rapid growth of gemological sciences and mineralogy requires a comprehensive dictionary for gemologists, mineralogists, geologists, jewel dealers, industry, and hobbyists. The third edition of this dictionary contains about 24,000 entries  about 4,000 more than the second edition. The comprehen...

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Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Other Authors: Manutchehr-Danai, Mohsen. (Editor)
Format: Electronic
Language:English
Published: Berlin, Heidelberg : Springer Berlin Heidelberg, 2009.
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