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BRAZIL
– PARADISE OF GEMSTONES,
By Jules R. Sauer, 10 X 7 1/4, 136 pages, cloth bound.
This excellent reference book is illustrated with several
historical woodcuts plus a full color map of Brazil showing the states,
including a
key to the locations of the well known gem producing localities of the
country. Color photos of
world class gemstones, mineral specimens, and gemstone carvings are
supplied courtesy of seven world renown photographers and institutions –
Prof. Bariand of the Sorbonne in Paris, Dr. E. Gubelin of the F.G.A. in
Switzerland, Erica and Harold Van Pelt of Los Angeles, the American Museum
of Natural History in NY, De Beers Consolidated Mines, the
Naturhistorisches Museum in Vienna, the Smithsonian Institution in
Washington, DC, and Professora S. Moneta of Milan, Italy.
The first chapter relates historical information about the various
gem producing localities of the country. Twenty-one chapters cover
information on Brazilian Topaz, Tourmaline, Opal, Quartz, Brazilianite,
Garnet, Gold, and many others including some of the rarest of collector
gemstones. There is a two
page glossary of gem, mineral, and mining terms, followed by the table of
contents / index. The book is
in mint condition, inside and outside, with the dust jacket protected by a
clear plastic cover. Published
in 1982 by the author.
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“CALIFORNIA!” The Mineralogical Record California Issue, Vol. 8, No. 6, November-December 1977, Edited by Wendell Wilson, 11” X 8 ½”, with 20 color, and more than 50 B & W photos, tables, line drawings, maps, soft cover. One of the earliest special issues of the “Mineralogical Record” magazine, the special California Issue contains 13 articles covering important mineralogical localities within the state, authored by a wide variety of specialists including mine owners, mineral dealers, museum curators, and researchers from private industry as well as the University of California and the U. S. Geological Survey. Subjects of interest include the following:
In addition, the bimonthly features include the
Guest Editorial, Notes from the Editor, The Historical Record,
Microminerals, Rare Minerals Report, and Mineralogical Notes. This 25+
year old California Issue contains a tremendous amount of very important
historical information on the status of mineral localities. Illustrated
on the cover: Benitoite with Natrolite form the Benitoite Gem Mine, San
Benito County. Published as Volume 8, Number 6 of the Mineralogical
Record Magazine, November-December 1977.
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CLASSIC
MINERAL LOCALITIES OF THE WORLD: ASIA AND AUSTRALIA,
By P. Scalisi and D. Cook, 10 1/4 X 7, 226 pages, illustrated, cloth
bound. Classic Mineral
Localities of the World provides information on many of the geographical
sites where some of the finest examples of mineral species have been
uncovered. Featured are maps,
crystal drawings, and photographs of gems and mineral specimens from the
famous Harvard University collection, as well as other esteemed private
collections. Localities
featured are some of the best known classic Russian mining districts,
particularly in the Ural Mountains and Siberia.
Other areas covered include the Nuristan District of Afghanistan,
plus several well known mineral producing localities in Australia.
Sections of Japan, China, Burma, Sri Lanka (Ceylon), and Iran are
also explored. Extensive
descriptions of the Diamond mines of India are included, in addition to
one of the most complete listings of all well-known Indian Diamonds.
Relevant descriptions of each locality cover its mining history,
mineralogy and geology, and types of specimens found. An index map and a photo of each site is also provided.
Eight pages of color mineral specimen photos make the volume a
stunning, as well as information-packed reference.
The book is in like new condition inside and outside. No dust
jacket. Published
by Van Nostrand Reinhold Co., Inc., New York, 1983.
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COLOR
ENCYCLOPEDIA OF GEMSTONES,
1st Edition - By Joel E. Arem, Ph.D., F.G.A., 147 pages, 11 X 8
1/2 size, cloth bound. This
important encyclopedia is a milestone in lapidary publishing – the first
reference source to present data on every known species and variety of
gemstone. Furthermore, its
rich selection of color photographs illustrates more species than have
ever before appeared in one volume.
Arranged alphabetically by the name of the mineral species, the
book includes a complete cross index of familiar gem names.
Information on each gemstone mineral includes chemical formula,
crystal structure, colors, luster, hardness, density, cleavage, optics,
spectral data, luminescence, and sizes of large gemstones known for each
mineral. Over 220 mineral
species are covered, and the color plates illustrate more than 185 of
these – including all known color varieties of each species.
For as many as 100 of the rarer species a color photograph appears
for the first time in print. The
author’s transparencies represent the most sophisticated techniques for
gem photography, illustrating the exact color of faceted gemstones while
displaying to best advantage the cut and brilliance derived from the
cutting of the stones. This
book will prove an invaluable reference for the lay person, as well as for
collectors, jewelers, and others interested in a complete reference of all
known minerals used as gemstones. The
book is in excellent condition, inside and out, with intact dust jacket. Published by Van Nostrand Reinhold Co., New York, 1977.
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COLOR
ENCYCLOPEDIA OF GEMSTONES,
2nd Edition - By Joel E. Arem, Ph.D., F.G.A. 310 pages, 11 X 8
1/2 size, cloth bound. This updated and greatly enlarged 2nd
Edition of the Color Encyclopedia of Gemstones includes 62 pages of color
plates – over 300 color plates in all, illustrating many gemstones that
are depicted in no other gemstone book.
At the time of its publication in 1987, Dr. Arem had produced the
most complete and comprehensive tabulation ever available, on the
properties of all known gemstone species and varieties.
Accurate data is given on each gemstone’s physical properties,
occurrence, chemistry, availability, rarity, and market potential.
One of the major features of this 2nd Edition is the new
coverage of synthetic gemstones, featuring complete data on all of the
important synthetic materials, and including those both with, and without
natural counterparts. Also of
special interest, and new to this edition, is a detailed analysis of
color, and color measurement as applied to gemstones.
Here, the author presents a comprehensive listing of
machine-generated color measurements on wide range of gemstone species and
varieties. Machine color
analysis is far more accurate than visual estimation in gemstone
description, and this is the first work ever to present this kind of
information. Additionally, a
section on thermal properties of gems introduces the reader to this new
and potentially useful diagnostic tool. Published by Van Nostrand Reinhold
Co., New York, 1977, 1987.
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COLOR
TREASURY OF GEMS AND JEWELS,
By the Instituto Geografico De Agostini, Novara, Italy, 1967, with 64
pages, 12 X 9 size, pictorial hard cover. This very nicely done coffee
table type Italian book, printed in English, contains a wealth of
extraordinarily well done, full color photographs of gemstones, minerals,
and lapidary art objects including Malachite and Jadeite carvings, bowls
made of Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Turquoise, and much more.
The book begins with an historical introduction, outlining
mankind’s interest in, and uses for minerals and gemstones.
Several pages follow, describing the principal gems / minerals used
for gemstones. Numerous very well prepared gemstone facet cuts are
illustrated. There are
numerous photographs of historically interesting lapidary objects dating
from the time of the Egyptian civilization, and including many fine works
of art from the various important societies including highlights from the
Roman, Phoenician, Persian, Chinese, etc. civilizations.
Illustrations of many contemporary (early 20th Century)
works from several European and Asian countries, as well as Mexico are
included – beautifully executed bowls, knife scabbards, statuettes, and
jewelry, as well as illustrations of exquisite tables made from
semi-precious gemstones. Numerous
uncut mineral specimens are shown in their natural state, accompanied by
precious stones fashioned from some of the illustrated gemstones such as
Tourmaline, various colors of Beryl, i.e., Aquamarine, Morganite, Emerald,
etc. All photographs are of
museum quality items, and the picture credits are from museums in European
countries as well as from the USA. The
book is in like new condition inside, with a small amount of scuffing on
the cover. This English
language edition was printed by Orbis Publishing Ltd., London, 1971.
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“COLOR
UNDER GROUND – THE MINERAL PICTURE BOOK”,
By Lee Boltin & John S. White, Jr., 63 pages, 10 1/2” X 7 1/2”, hard
cover. Illustrated in full color with photographs of 50 specimens from
the collection of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC, this book
serves as an introduction to the study of minerals, and provides an
awareness of what the study of minerals (“color underground”) is really
about! From the introduction: “The Earth is a vast chemical laboratory in
which all the elements interact in a great variety of environments, both
chemical and physical. Since man first appeared on the Earth he has made
use of earth materials --- the minerals and rocks he found in caves,
stream beds, and mountain cliffs. The first geologist was probably a cave
man who wondered at the glitter of a pretty pebble and perhaps broke it
open to see what might be inside.” The authors have done an amazing job
of presenting the study of crystal symmetry in basic terms, and explained
about the formation of the minerals, ores, and rocks that make up the
Earth. Additional chapters cover inclusions and patterns in minerals,
pseudomorphs and replacements, and pseudo-organic aggregates, followed by
a bibliography and an index to the minerals and subjects. This copy is
in perfect, like new condition, with a small amount of shelf wear to the
top of the dust jacket. Published by Charles Scribner’s Sons, New York,
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DANA’S
MANUAL OF MINERALOGY,
13th Edition - By William E. Ford, 7 1/2 X 5, 460 pages,
illustrated with many line drawings, crystal drawings, black & white
photos, cloth bound. The
author dedicates this book to students of elementary mineralogy, mining
engineers, geologists, prospectors, mineral collectors, etc. Chapters are dedicated to crystallography, general physical
properties of minerals, chemical mineralogy, descriptive mineralogy, and
determinative mineralogy. The
descriptive mineralogy chapter includes nearly 200 pages of descriptions
of the minerals including the name, composition, crystallization,
structure, physical properties, tests, occurrence, history of the name,
and uses, followed by lists of minerals arranged according to elements,
and according to the systems
of crystallization. The
chapter on determinative mineralogy includes nearly 100 pages of minerals
with information on identification. This
ex-library book is in very good condition inside, with slight page
yellowing due to age. The
outside of the book is in fair to poor condition, and could use a
re-binding job (price is commensurate with condition).
Published by John Wiley & Sons, NY, 1915.
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DANA’S
MANUAL OF MINERALOGY,
13th Edition – For the student of elementary mineralogy, the
mining engineer, the geologist, the prospector, the collector, etc. – By
William E. Ford, 460 pages, cloth bound, 7 1/2 X 5.
Many more than 100 line drawings, crystal drawings, and black &
white photos are included in this Manual of Mineralogy.
Chapters include crystallography, general physical properties of
minerals, chemical mineralogy, descriptive mineralogy, and determinative
mineralogy. The tables in the determinative mineralogy section are most
useful in identifying unknown minerals, with information given as to the
color, luster, cleavage and fracture, hardness, specific gravity,
crystallization and structure, remarks, and the mineral names with their
respective chemical compositions. The
inside of the book is in excellent condition, considering its age –
there is some natural yellowing of the paper.
The title page is partially loose, but intact.
The cover is worn, but quite acceptable considering its age. Published in 1913, John Wiley & Sons, 1913.
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DANA’S
MANUAL OF MINERALOGY, 14th Edition – For the student
of elementary mineralogy, the mining engineer, the geologist, the
prospector, the collector, etc. – By William E. Ford, 476 pages, cloth
bound, 7 1/2” X 5”. Many more than 100 line drawings, crystal drawings,
and black & white photos are included in this “Manual of Mineralogy”.
Chapters include crystallography, general physical properties of minerals,
chemical mineralogy, descriptive mineralogy, and determinative
mineralogy. The tables in the determinative mineralogy section are most
useful in identifying unknown minerals, with information given as to the
color, luster, cleavage and fracture, hardness, specific gravity,
crystallization and structure, remarks, and the mineral names with their
respective chemical compositions. Very nice copy! The inside of the book
is in like new condition, with some natural yellowing of the paper. The
cover is slightly worn – very good considering the book’s age. Published
by John Wiley & Sons, 1929.Order Item # BK-2081
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DANA’S
MANUAL OF MINERALOGY,
16th Edition - By Cornelius
S. Hurlbut, 9 X 6, 530 pages, illustrated with numerous tables, crystal
drawings, black & white photos, two color plates, cloth binding.
A text for college-level beginning mineralogy.
Requires a basic background in or at least an understanding of
physics and chemistry. Contents
of the book include chapters on mineralogy (including a very interesting
section on the history of mineralogy), crystallography, physical and
chemical mineralogy, descriptive mineralogy (232 pages), occurrence and
association of minerals, mineral uses, and determinative mineralogy
(includes determinative tables, and a list of minerals arranged according
to increasing specific gravity). The
book is fully indexed with both a subject index, and a mineral index.
The book is in like new condition inside, with slight page
yellowing, and the outside is in very good condition with mild wear to the
spine ends and corners. No
dust jacket. Published by John Wiley & Sons, New York, 1956.
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DANA’S
MANUAL OF MINERALOGY,
17th Edition - By
Cornelius S. Hurlbut 9 1/4 X 7, 609 pages, illustrated with numerous
tables, crystal drawings, black & white photos, two color plates,
cloth binding. This book is
designed for the beginning course in mineralogy. The general organization
of the book includes chapters on crystallography, followed by physical,
chemical, and descriptive mineralogy. The chapter on crystallography
includes a discussion of (1) the stereographic projection, (2), the 32
crystal classes, (3) the calculation of axial ratios, and (4) X-ray
crystallography. The descriptive mineralogy section contains 290 pages and
includes descriptions of more than 200 minerals.
A short discussion of the crystal chemistry of each class precedes
the description of the individual species of that class.
Physical properties (hardness, specific gravity, luster, color,
streak) are listed, plus the composition, tests, diagnostic features,
occurrence, artificial uses of the mineral, industrial uses, information
on the name, and data on similar species are given, where available. The
final chapters cover the occurrence and association of minerals, as well
as mineral uses – gem minerals, ornamental minerals, various industrial
uses, and a list of minerals suitable for a small mineral collection.
The determinative mineralogy tables include 45 pages of data, with
the minerals arranged according to increasing specific gravity.
The book has a subject index, and a mineral index.
This copy is in practically unused condition, inside and outside,
with dust jacket. Published by John Wiley & Sons, Inc., New York, 1966.
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DANA’S
NEW MINERALOGY
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EIGHTH EDITION - By R. Gaines,
H. Skinner, E. Foord, B. Mason, and A. Rosenzweig, 1,800 pages,
illustrated, hard cover.
This eighth edition continues “The System of Mineralogy of James
Dwight Dana and Edward Salisbury Dana”, and includes
state-of-the-art descriptions of over 3,000 mineral species.
The first edition was originally published by John Wiley & Sons
in 1837, and the Dana’s System of Mineralogy has been the definitive
guide to mineralogy for over 150 years.
This eighth edition has been entirely rewritten, and includes all
mineral species recognized to date -- beginning with the native elements
and alloys, sulfides and related compounds, continuing through the oxides,
phosphates, etc., including the silicate minerals -- with complete data on
about 1,500 minerals that were not even known when the last edition was
published.
Information provided for each mineral includes its name (including
synonyms, variants, and varieties), its chemical formula, the group it
belongs to, crystal properties, physical properties, chemical properties,
and much more.
The updated and enlarged locality data includes global coverage of
tens of thousands of locations where minerals have been found.
The greatly enlarged lists of references include thousands of
detailed references to the literature on mineralogy, including information
on often hard-to-locate literature on minerals/localities described from
eastern European countries and China. A comprehensive index of mineral
names, varieties, and even ex-minerals is included. Published
by John Wiley & Sons, Inc., New York, 1997.
Condition of this book is unused, with the corners slightly rounded
from shipping in a padded bag -- otherwise, like new!!
Current list price for this fairly recent publication is $375.00!
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DANA’S SYSTEM OF MINERALOGY, 7TH Edition - By C. Palache, H. Berman, and C. Frondel, 9 1/4” X 6”, illustrated profusely with crystal drawings and tables, hard cover. In 1892 Edward S. Dana published the 6th Edition of his father’s “System of Mineralogy”, dating from 1837. This book soon became, and still is a recognized authority, used wherever mineralogy is studied. The 7th Edition is essentially a new work, completely revised and updated with all of the newest, up to date information on minerals, and incorporating the vast changes that have affected the science of mineralogy during the half century that elapsed since the 6th Edition appeared. Some of these changes include a new mineral classification, based on crystal chemistry, a new series of classification numbers for species, revised morphological elements based on the structural unit cell, a new form of presentation of the crystallographic data, introduction of data derived from x-ray crystallography, and much more. The 7th Edition was published by John Wiley and Sons, New York. VOLUME I – 834 pages, 6th printing, published in 1961, includes data on the native elements, sulfides (including selenides and tellurides), sulfosalts, oxides, hydroxides, as well as multiple oxides. Two copies are available, as individually described: A. This copy is in perfect, like new condition
inside and outside, and has a minor amount of water staining on the front
cover/spine. B. A second copy -- perfect condition inside and
outside. VOLUME II – 1,124 pages, published in 1951, includes data on the halides, carbonates, nitrates, iodates, borates, sulfates, selenates and tellurates, selenites and tellurites, phosphates, arsenates, and vanadates, antimonates, antimonites and arsenites, vanadium oxysalts, molybdates and tungstates, and organic compounds. Two copies are available, as individually described below: A.
This copy is in perfect, like new condition inside, and has a small amount
of water staining on the front cover and spine. B. A second copy – perfect condition inside and
outside. DISCOUNT PRICE / SET -- VOLUME I and II can be purchased separately, as priced above, or as a set (mix and match, your choice). If VOLUME I and II are purchased together as a set, a 10% discount applies. VOLUME III – 334 pages, published in 1962, describes the mineralogy of the polymorphs of the Silica minerals. This includes all forms and habits of Quartz, Agate, Chalcedony, High- and Low-Quartz, Opal, Cristobalite, Tridymite, Coesite, Stishovite, Meteoritic silica glass, Melanophlogite, Fulgurites, and much more. Information included: all types of twinning, inclusions, morphological crystallography, structural crystallography, pseudomorphs, etc. The text is illustrated with numerous crystal drawings, many showing the various twinning habits. Many photographs, tables, and graphs are also included. A single copy is available, as described below: A. This copy is in perfect, like new condition
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