Raymond J. Walters explores how humankind has used and exploited these stones throughout the ages and across the world, not just for their beauty, but also the magical powers many believe they... This description may be from another edition of this product.
This book provides a good amount of reference information related to specific gemstones without going into extensive detail. Therefore, it's a terrific book to browse through or for the novice, but may not contain enough information for a hard-core enthusiast. The index is easy to use, and the writing is pleasing. Lots of photos and illustrations make it a good book for children and adults alike.
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