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2) Gemstones
Author
Series
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley
Pub. Date
2002
Physical Desc
160 p. : col. ill., col. map ; 22 cm.
Author
Publisher
Ecco, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Desc
xii, 356 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm.
Description
An account of how eight jewels shaped the course of history shares insights into the role of precious gemstones in triggering cultural movements, political dynasties, and wars, while exploring how jewels reflect darker aspects of human nature.
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2016.
Physical Desc
440 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 31 cm
Description
"From diamonds and sapphires to emeralds and obsidian, Gem profiles all the key gemstones and other precious materials. Its stunning images show the jewels in their different cuts, colors, and uses. See the exquisite jewelry pieces of royalty around the world, high-society women, and Native American traditions. Visit the Russian Amber Room, study the details of a Fabergé egg, and find out what characteristics are needed for a record-breaking gem."--Amazon.com....
8) Rock and gem
Author
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2005
Physical Desc
360 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 29 cm.
Author
Series
Lavinia Lake and Tobias March series volume 2
Publisher
Bantam Books
Pub. Date
2002
Physical Desc
323 p. ; 24 cm.
Author
Series
Publisher
Kingfisher
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
64 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm.
Description
Shares information about rocks, minerals, and fossils, describing their different types, where they are found, famous gems, and how fossils were originally formed and are unearthed and preserved in the present day.
Author
Series
Kingdom of Wrenly volume 19
Publisher
Little Simon
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
120 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Description
The gnomes of the Stone Forest are in trouble when all the gems in the forest lose their shine, so Prince Lucas and Lady Clara help the gnomes before their home changes forever.
Author
Series
Publisher
Little, Brown and Company
Pub. Date
2017.
Physical Desc
116 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Description
When Trixie looks for an uncommon cloak for her greatest show ever in Ponyville, a mishap gives her the capacity to transform standard things into valuable gems just by touching them, which turns out to be more trouble than it is worth.
Author
Publisher
RP Kids
Pub. Date
2022.
Physical Desc
123 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm
Description
What better way to teach young readers about gemstones than by focusing on the different birthstones that correspond to each month of the year? Everyone (mostly) knows their birthstone. But do they know the full history of these stones--where they were mined, how/why they were popular, or how to best harness a stone's energy to help deal with matters of friendship, family, and life? Your Birthstone Book will give readers insight into the powers assigned...
14) Steven Universe
Series
Steven Universe (2017) volume 5
Publisher
KaBoom!
Pub. Date
2017-
Physical Desc
volumes (unpaged) : chiefly illustrations (color) ; 26 cm
Description
In all new adventures in the world of Cartoon Network's Steven Universe, Steven helps a baby songbird find its mother, takes part in a food truck competition, attends a Renaissance Faire, and visits possibly the scariest place of all, the Prom!
Author
Publisher
Healing Arts Press
Pub. Date
2008.
Physical Desc
312 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm
Description
Gemstones have been used for both therapeutic and spiritual purposes since the beginning of time and in all traditions. Used properly, they can contribute to and accelerate healing through the practice of lithotherapy, which uses gems and minerals to restore enzymatic functions, and they can energize spiritual development. Alternative medicines such as homeopathy have given prominence to the therapeutic character of certain minerals, but the use of...
17) Hidden gem
Author
Publisher
Henry Holt and Company
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 27 cm
Description
"When a small pebble sees others gathering on the steps of the Museum of Rocks, he grows curious. Once inside the esteemed halls, he is shocked by what he discovers. The only rocks on display are glittering gemstones, geodes, and crystals! These beautifulstones make him wonder: Can he be special, too?"--
Author
Series
Victor Li novels volume 2
Publisher
Ecco, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
294 pages ; 24 cm
Description
Victor Li is a man without a past. To his new employer, Mark, he’s just an anonymous hired hand to help with the dirty work. Together, they break into storage units that contain the possessions of the recently deported, pocketing whatever is worth selling. Only Victor and his sister, Jules, know that he’s a wanted man. Amid the backpacks and suitcases, Victor makes the find of a lifetime: a gem rare and valuable enough to change his fortunes in...
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