Timeline
Lifetime:
1865 -
1932
Passed: ≈
92 years ago
Title
Writer
Country/Nationality
John Mastin
Books by John Mastin
Chemistry, Properties and Tests of Precious Stones
Non-Fiction
Reference work
Science
Education
Gemology
Identification
Testing
Color
Mineralogy
Gemstones
Properties
Physical properties
Optical properties
Crystallography
Cutting
Faceting
Gem families
Clarity
Hardness
Refractive index
Specific gravity
Pleochroism
Luminescence
This book delves into the world of gemstones, exploring their physical properties, identification methods, and the process of cutting and faceting. It provides a comprehensive overview of the characteristics that define various gemstone families, mak...