This handy field guide introduces the full range of superb gemstones commonly found in Asia. Each gemstone is clearly presented and described, with notes on its country of origin and history, as well as its role in the arts, religion and culture. Including a colour map of Asia showing where different gemstones are mined, this guide provides a wealth of expert gemological information.
- ISBN13 9780794601898
- Publish Date 5 March 2004
- Publish Status Inactive
- Out of Print 7 June 2011
- Publish Country SG
- Imprint Periplus Editions/Berkeley Books Pte Ltd
- Format Paperback
- Pages 64
- Language English