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The Macdonald Encyclopaedia of Precious Stones

Alessandro Borelli, Curzio Cipriani

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Comprehensive guide to gemstones; visually captivating.

If you're fascinated by the sparkling allure of gemstones, then "The Macdonald Encyclopaedia of Precious Stones" could be your next great find. Its detailed entries offer a deep dive into the world of gems, providing both educational insights and visual pleasure. This encyclopedia will not only feed your curiosity but could also serve as a reference for any gem-related endeavors.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Macdonald Encyclopaedia of Precious Stones

by Alessandro Borelli, Curzio Cipriani
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ISBN: 9780316909624
Authors: Alessandro Borelli, Curzio Cipriani
Publisher: Time Warner Books UK
Date of Publication: 1986-02-20
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Nature, Art, Science
Related Topics: Art Books Monographs, Design, Nature, Natural History, Art and Photography, Crafts, Popular Science
Goodreads rating: 3.5
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Comprehensive guide to gemstones; visually captivating.

If you're fascinated by the sparkling allure of gemstones, then "The Macdonald Encyclopaedia of Precious Stones" could be your next great find. Its detailed entries offer a deep dive into the world of gems, providing both educational insights and visual pleasure. This encyclopedia will not only feed your curiosity but could also serve as a reference for any gem-related endeavors.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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