{"product_id":"dictionary-of-gems-and-gemology-9781443730143","title":"Dictionary of Gems and Gemology","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstablish a fundamental understanding of the gemstone world with the\u003cem\u003e Dictionary of Gems and Gemology\u003c\/em\u003e. This seminal work became the single most important and authoritative reference text for professionals, students, and enthusiasts in the rapidly developing field of gemology.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShipley, the founder of the Gemological Institute of America, created this dictionary to standardize and define the technical, trade, and scientific terms used in the study of precious stones. It remains celebrated for its clarity, precision, and comprehensive coverage, providing a common language for the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis book is an indispensable classic for gemologists, jewelry professionals, students, mineral collectors, and appraisers seeking the original, authoritative, and time-tested definitions that underpin the entire field of modern gemology.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Robert M. Shipley\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Shipley Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/04\/2008\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 276\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.10lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.75d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781443730143","brand":"Shipley Press","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":44788754546803,"sku":"9781443730143","price":78.47,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9255\/0515\/files\/img_d1bbcdc0-3b0b-40e2-a338-6e326a1653f2.jpg?v=1776373206","url":"https:\/\/bookstorenmore.com\/products\/dictionary-of-gems-and-gemology-9781443730143","provider":"Bookstore N More","version":"1.0","type":"link"}