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Emeralds of the World

A rare find.

extra Lapis English No.  : The Legendary Green Beryl

(VG), Very Good. 

Book shows some small signs of wear with a slight tear of binding at the base of the spine.

 

 

Since antiquity, emerald has been one of the most highly valuated gemstones: the first known mines were those of Cleopatra in ancient Egypt. Two thousand years ago Pliny wrote, "Emerald-green is the most beautiful green of all." Leading researchers offer insight into many of the aspects of the world of emerald. What is an emerald? How does an emerald form? Where is emerald found? Worldwide localities Where are the richest deposits? Today's market sources Is it possible to determine the origin of an emerald? What separates green beryl from emerald? How is emerald created in the lab and how can it be recognized?

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Lapis International; 1st edition (January 31, 2002)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 102 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0971537119
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0971537118

 

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