Gem and Ornamental Materials of Organic Origin
Editorial Reviews
Review
provides a richly illustrated and well-researched source of information on a neglected topic of gemology: materials of biological origin. - CHOICE Library Journal
it is significant that the testing and identification of the subject materials is included in each topical chapter. - CHOICE Library Journal
The library value of this book is aided by reference charts, a glossary, a bibliography, and an adequate index. ***Recommended*** - CHOICE Library Journal
..particularly timely and very welcome addition to antiques literature...you could not want a more comprehensive or more clearly written guide - Antiques & Collectables
Maggie Campbell Pedersen is to be applauded for producing a volume of genuine use to dealers, collectors and museum curators. - Antiques & Collectables
For the antique dealer, jeweller and gemmologist this book would be a most useful addition to their bookshelves. - Journal of Gemmology
a fascinating book, which comprehensively covers the range of natural materials.. If you are interested in these materials -buy it!' - PHS Newsletter
'An ideal reference book. a unique source of information on this neglected topic of gemmology - Rock 'N' Gem
This new book is the most comprehensive, in-depth, and scientific examination of these materials to date. Gems & Gemology, The Quarterly Journal of the Gemological Institute of America
Overall, the book is very well organized. The book is well illustrated by the author, who is a professional photographer. Gems & Gemology, The Quarterly Journal of the Gemological Institute of America
gemologists and jewelry historians should find this book informative and useful. Gems & Gemology, The Quarterly Journal of the Gemological Institute of America
A highly useful reference book, this is a unique source of information on a neglected topic of gemmology. The Bead Forum, Newsletter of the Society of Bead Researchers
Two hundred color images are included for ease of reference and identification, allowing you to identify this material by sight The Bead Forum, Newsletter of the Society of Bead Researchers
What an information laden reference book this is for gemologists, appraisers and collectors! While reading this book, I was impressed with the vast amount of information the author has gathered about each natural gem material. I have not found a reference book that has more data on this subject. It is clearly written and illustrated with beautiful photographs. I found this book to be well organized, educational and valuable. I also enjoyed the non-technical way the identification and testing of these items is described. Since the book contains such a vast amount of information, it is a mandatory item for every gemologist appraisers reference library. National Association of Jewelry Appraisers magazine
Book Description
The materials covered in the book include Amber and Copal; Jet; Ivory; Bone; Antler; Rhino horn; Horn; Tortoiseshell; Pearl; Shell; Coral, and other materials of plant and animal origin that have been used as gem or ornamental material. The book describes how to recognise them and how to distinguish them from the materials most commonly used to immitate them, for example plastic.
A comprehensive list of materials is included and each is presented with details of its origin, availability and conservation status, examples of, and a brief history of, their use. Organics fit together because of their origins, because they are constantly used together, have similar histories and were the earliest gem materials used.
200 colour images are included for ease of reference and identification, allowing you to identify this material by sight, avoiding the usual gemological tests which ruin them.
Organics occur in modern and antique jewellery, in decorative items and in some furniture, and this book draws all the information together to provide the first complete overview of the subject.
* A unique reference book comprehensively documenting organic materials
* Highly illustrated colour filled book for ease of reference
* Learn the background and how to identify organic material
Gem and Ornamental Materials of Organic Origin
Gem and Ornamental Materials of Organic Origin,Maggie Campbell Pedersen,Butterworth-Heinemann,0750658525,Antiques & Collectibles,Antiques / Collectibles,Antiques/Collectibles,Earth Sciences - Mineralogy,Jewelry,Antiques & Collectibles / Jewelry,Gems
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