Gemstone Encyclopedia Japan Book New F/S
$ 52.8
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Gemstone Encyclopedia Japan Book New F/S. A compact illustrated guide to the basics of gemstones. Gemstone Encyclopedia. The first half of the book contains basic information about gemstones, such as their definition, origins, mineralogical characteristics, and the types and history of processing and imitation. ☆ For U.S. buyers, customs duties and related fees are already included in the item price, so nothing will be charged on delivery. ☆ For buyers outside the U.S., the price may appear higher due to this adjustment. If you are considering a purchase, please feel free to send us an offer. A compact illustrated guide to the basics of gemstones. This natural science handbook series is packed with content, yet is compact and easy to carry for fieldwork. The fourth volume is a gemstone illustrated guide that provides a thorough introduction to the basics of gemstones and details on each species. The first half of the book contains basic information about gemstones, such as their definition, origins, mineralogical characteristics, and the types and history of processing and imitation. The illustrated section in the second half introduces a total of 132 types of gemstones in three categories: precious metals, cut stones, and organic gem materials, along with high-quality specimen photographs from the Natural History Museum in London. In addition to basic data such as crystal system, composition, hardness, and refractive index, the book also includes concise yet easy-to-understand explanations that cover the key points, such as occurrences, characteristics, and cultural trivia. Title 宝石図鑑 Gemstone Encyclopedia Author Carey Hall Publisher SOGENSHA Inc. ISBN-10 4422440381 ISBN-13 9784422440385 Number of Pages 160 Pages Size About 1.9 X 14.6 X 22cm/0.33kg Release date March 23,2023 ※This date is a day it goes on sale, and it is not a guarantee that our selling item is first edition. We will ship a latest edition which is on sale. Language Japanese Country Japan Condition Brand New A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. We ship all items Fedex with track & trace service basically but we may change depending on the situation. Depending on the situation at the time, we may ship by international e-packet, EMS, or other methods. Items will ship within 5 business days after receiving cleared payment. We accept returns on unopened items within a month (30 days ). In principle, please note that we are not responsible for return shipping costs unless the return is a result of an error on our part. Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying.
