The Tourmaline: Its Relation As a Gem, Its Complex Nature, Its Wonderful Physical Properties, Etc. - Couverture souple

Hamlin, Augustus Choate

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1104403781 ISBN 13 : 9781104403782

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing Co, 2009

Synopsis

The Tourmaline: Its Relation As A Gem, Its Complex Nature, Its Wonderful Physical Properties, Etc. is a book written by Augustus Choate Hamlin in 1873. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the tourmaline gemstone, covering its history, geological formation, chemical composition, and physical properties. The author delves into the complex nature of the gemstone, exploring its various colors and varieties, and how they are influenced by factors such as impurities and crystal structure. The book also discusses the use of tourmaline in jewelry and its popularity among collectors. Additionally, the author explores the various physical properties of tourmaline, such as its piezoelectric and pyroelectric properties, which make it useful in a range of scientific and industrial applications. Overall, The Tourmaline is a valuable resource for anyone interested in gemstones, geology, or mineralogy.With Special Reference To The Beautiful And Matchless Crystals Found In The State Of Maine.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing Co
• Date d'édition: 2009
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1104403781
• ISBN 13: 9781104403782
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 116
• Coordonnées du fabricant: Buchpark GmbH; https://www.buchpark.de; ; Krügerweg 1; Trebbin; Brandenburg; 14959; Allemagne