Gemmologists' Compendium by Robert Webster
This is the seventh edition of a book which has been for years the bible of professional and amateur gemmologists, as well as retail jewellers. Originally written by Robert Webster, an expert who dedicated most of his life to the subject, this edition has been completely revised and updated by E. Alan Jobbins, Keeper of Minerals and Gemstones at the Geological Museum in London for 35 years. It includes a comprehensive glossary on all aspects of gemstones and the terms associated with them, and sections on manufactured gems, the enhancement of gem materials, and the precautions necessary to avoid damage to gemstones and jewellery during manufacturing, repairs, and cleaning.
Robert Webster FGA won the Fellowship Diploma of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain with distinction in 1934. In 1946 the same association awarded him their coveted Research Diploma and in that year he joined the London Gem Testing Laboratory, where he remained until he retired in 1971. He was a noted lecturer in various London colleges and an honorary visiting lecturer to the Detective Training School of the London Police.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780719802911 |
| ISBN 10 | 0719802911 |
| Title | Gemmologists' Compendium |
| Author | Robert Webster |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | The Crowood Press Ltd |
| Year published | 1998-09-01 |
| Number of pages | 240 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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