OOP 1392-page, fully illustrated journey through the world of jewelry and gems. From all the different stones and cuts, to crafting techniques, influential people, the science behind the stones and their fascinating histories, The Lure covers everything you could possibly want to know about gemstones. This full color book also includes several mining trip reports from major gemstone-sourcing locations around the world, with interesting photographs to go alongside the unique stories of the miners that discover these incredible treasures. The Lure of Gemstones fourth edition is an educational book written in an A to Z encyclopedic format. This format allows you to search for new gemstones and jewelry terms as you come across them.