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An introduction to the world of colored stones through the example of emerald. | "Outstanding for its many interesting personal anecdotes..." Gems & Gemology |
FIRST EDITION PUBLISHED July 2009 Read the Praise from Gem Industry Leaders: “This book is a true adventure, a work of imagination and creativity, and in that respect it is much like Richard Hughes’ classic work, Ruby & Sapphire. It is also a complement to John Sinkankas’ Emeralds and Other Beryls, and importantly, a book that is fun to read.” — From the foreword by John Koivula, Chief Gemologist, GIA and co-author “Ron masterfully conveys his intimate knowledge of the gem trade through his passion for emeralds, in all their aspects.” — Edward Boehm, gemologist “In this fascinating book, Ron Ringsrud details the history, gemology and allure of this most precious of stones.” — Richard Hughes, author of
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Read about the people, the miners, the personalities and adventurers – each caught in the allure of this exotic green stone! Rather than a mere introduction to emeralds, this book is a grand introduction to the royal view that a connoisseur takes on the subjects of color, gem appreciation and rarity. There is information here for a gemologist to rise to the level of connoisseurship in emeralds. But beginners will find this book an expansive and informative read – one that celebrates as well as explains The final chapters carry the mind and heart to territory that is both thought-provoking and passionate – unusual for a gemological book, but timely and fitting.
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Remarkable details from the making of Emeralds,A Passionate Guide
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Emeralds, A Passionate Guide is reviewed by screenwriter Diane Lake! Also: New review by freelance journalist, Evan Huggins! Read here >>>> | New sections for Readers of Emeralds, A Passionate Guide: Errata >> |
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