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Mineralogy & gems

Hardcover. The classic in the field since 1848, this extraordinary reference offers readers unsurpassed coverage of mineralogy and crystallography. The book is known for integrating complete coverage of concepts and principles with a more systematic and descriptive treatment of mineralogy. Num Pages: 704 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: PNV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 282 x 218 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1652.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Edition
23rd Edition
Number of pages
704
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471721574
ISBN
9780471721574
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 268.29
€ 250.95

Paperback. Series: SpringerBriefs in Earth Sciences. Num Pages: 137 pages, 44 black & white illustrations, 5 colour illustrations, 44 colour tables, biography. BIC Classification: PNK; PNV; RBGK; RBGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 8. Weight in Grams: 226.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG
Edition
1st ed. 2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9783319268071
ISBN
9783319268071
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 73.96
€ 65.03

Hardback. Discusses the origin of the emerald, its peculiar structure, and its strange allure. This story weaves across several continents and thousands of years. It is a tale of conquistadors, treachery, shipwrecks, and alchemy. It also discusses the modern art of making synthetic emeralds. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: HBTB; PNV; RBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 449.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780275991234
ISBN
9780275991234
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 62.04

Hardcover. Deals with the economics of diamonds, specifically with the determinants of diamond prices. The period of analysis was chosen in order to shed light on the dramatic drop in diamond prices. The book aims to help the investor make long-range decisions about investing in diamonds. Num Pages: 184 pages, index. BIC Classification: 3JJPL; 3JJPN; KFFM; PNV; RBGK; RBGL. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 161 x 20. Weight in Grams: 476.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
ABC-CLIO United States
Number of pages
184
Condition
New
SKU
V9780899304564
ISBN
9780899304564
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 62.04

hardcover. This 2007 book presents a complete nomenclature of metamorphic rock terms for all geoscientists studying metamorphic rocks. Editor(s): Fettes, Douglas; Desmons, Jacqueline. Num Pages: 256 pages, 14 b/w illus. 9 tables. BIC Classification: PNV; RBGG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 194 x 16. Weight in Grams: 698.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521868105
ISBN
9780521868105
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 109.59

Paperback. "A fine treatment of this critical time in geology's history. Although it goes against our standard histories of the field, Laudan defends her views convincingly. Her style is direct, with carefully reasoned personal opinions and interpretations clearly defined." Jere H. Lipps, "The Scientist"" Series: Science & Its Conceptual Foundations S. Num Pages: 290 pages, 16ill. BIC Classification: 3JD; 3JF; 3JH; PDX; PNV; RBGK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 424.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Edition
0002-
Number of pages
290
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226469478
ISBN
9780226469478
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 30.35

Hardcover. Choosing a systematic approach, from the basics to applications, the editors of Biomineralization: From Nature to Application deal with key biological features of biomineralization, such as gene directed growth and the role of enzymes. Editor(s): Sigel, Astrid; Sigel, Roland K. O. Series: Metal Ions in Life Sciences. Num Pages: 700 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PNV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 164 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1412.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
700
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470035252
ISBN
9780470035252
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 426.16

Paperback. A series of essays which examine the possible detrimental effects of nickel, this volume covers occupational exposure, recent carcinogenity studies of nickel miners, inhalation studies and the effects of nickel exposure on the renal and immune systems. Editor(s): Nieboer, Evert; Nriagu, Professor Jerome O.; Aitio, Antero. Series: Advances in Environmental Science & Technology. Num Pages: 704 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNXC; MMGT; PNV; PSBT; RBGK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 237 x 162 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1166.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
704
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471500766
ISBN
9780471500766
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 493.85

Paperback. This text is a compilation of practical information on the analysis of mineral type materials and products by the fused, cast bead method. It discusses the necessary equipment and its use; the processes involved in loss of ignition and decomposition by fusion and its chemistry. Num Pages: 312 pages, tables. BIC Classification: PDN; PNF; PNV; RBGK; TDCQ; TGM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 161 x 239 x 24. Weight in Grams: 600.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
312
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471934578
ISBN
9780471934578
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 255.24

Paperback. Metamorphic Crystallization investigates the upper regions of the crystalline Earth, where countless solid-state chemical changes have taken place during the long history of the planet. The exploration proceeds in five stages. Num Pages: 530 pages, line drawings, halftones. BIC Classification: PHVG; PNV; RBGK. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 156 x 231 x 31. Weight in Grams: 776.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
530
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471942146
ISBN
9780471942146
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 328.29

Paperback. Traces the journeys of a stone across the world. This book recounts the origins, trade, and circulation of a natural object in the context of the history of Islamic Eurasia and global encounters between empire and nature. Series: California World History Library. Num Pages: 216 pages, 10 color, 11 b/w. BIC Classification: HBG; PNV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 153 x 229 x 14. Weight in Grams: 324.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University of California Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520282551
ISBN
9780520282551
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 23.90

Hardcover. This first comprehensive overview of the modern aspects of biomineralization represents life and materials science at its best: Bioinspired pathways are the hot topics in many disciplines and this holds especially true for biomineralization. Editor(s): Behrens, Peter; Bauerlein, Edmund. Num Pages: 443 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: PNV; PSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 174 x 26. Weight in Grams: 956.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH Germany
Number of pages
443
Condition
New
SKU
V9783527318056
ISBN
9783527318056
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 276.12

Paperback. A guide which aims to enable the collector and enthusiast to identify rocks, minerals and fossils from all over the world. The text covers collecting and conserving fossils, their major characteristics and details of where they are located. Num Pages: 176 pages, colour photographs. BIC Classification: PNV; WNR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 292 x 216. Weight in Grams: 692. Nice copy with minor shelf wear
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
Pan Macmillan
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KJE0002803
ISBN
9780330299534
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Hardcover.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
First
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780851991825
ISBN
9780851991825
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 137.36

Hardback. Reviews the state of condensed phosphate chemistry. This volume examines the developments in X-ray structural techniques, reporting on fundamental results. It features a concise survey of the historical development of condensed phosphate chemistry; the accepted classification system; and a review of each family of condensed phosphates. Num Pages: 408 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PNK; PNV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1760.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Springer Science+Business Media United States
Number of pages
408
Condition
New
SKU
V9780306448782
ISBN
9780306448782
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 231.13

Hardback. Covers the optical properties of quantum-confined semiconductor nanostructures from both the theoretical and experimental points of view together with technological applications. This book reviews topics such as quantum confinement effects in semiconductors, deep-etched and self assembled quantum dots, nanoclusters, and more. Editor(s): Efros, Alexander L. (Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, DC, USA); Lockwood, David J.; Tsybeskov, Leonid. Series: Nanostructure Science and Technology. Num Pages: 277 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PNV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 178 x 13. Weight in Grams: 1260.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Springer Science+Business Media United States
Number of pages
277
Condition
New
SKU
V9780306477515
ISBN
9780306477515
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 157.17

Paperback. Presents an overview of rare earth minerals. This book also presents a wide variety of formats, crystal structures, petrographic descriptions, analytical data and numerous illustrations from outcrop photos to SEM pictures and crystallographic models. Series: Mineralogical Society. Num Pages: 388 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PNV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1040.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Springer
Edition
1st
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412610301
ISBN
9780412610301
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 203.39
€ 97.81

Paperback. The thoroughly updated Laboratory Manual: Minerals and Rocks: Exercises in Crystal and Mineral Chemistry, Crystallography, X-ray Powder Diffraction, Mineral and Rock Identification, and Ore Mineralogy, 3e, is for use in the mineralogy laboratory and covers the subject matter in the same sequence as the Manual of Mineral Science, 23e. . Num Pages: 456 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PNT; PNV; RBGG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 272 x 216 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1046.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Edition
3rd Edition
Number of pages
456
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471772774
ISBN
9780471772774
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 169.47

Num Pages: 216 pages, colour illustrations, maps, figures. BIC Classification: PNV; RNF; WNR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 206 x 259 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1157.
Publication date
2013
Publisher
The University Press of Kentucky United States
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813142456
ISBN
9780813142456
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.02

Hardback.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
234
Condition
New
SKU
V9781402028403
ISBN
9781402028403
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 157.17

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