The Handbook of Gemmology

Note: The printed 4th Edition is currently not in stock.
You can still purchase the new and improved 5th Anniversary Edition

Introducing the 5th Anniversary Edition of The Handbook of Gemmology
We are thrilled to announce that, in addition to the new 4th Edition digital download, a stunning two-volume 5th Anniversary printed edition was released on May 15, 2018.

For years, the most asked question has been: “When will we offer a printed version?”
This edition was created because too many essential gemmological textbooks were becoming outdated or going out of print. In a fast-evolving industry, outdated references are unacceptable.

Going digital allowed us to continually update and expand content while staying the most up-to-date gemmological reference on the market. But we also knew many readers wanted a printed edition. That’s why we now release Anniversary printed editions every five years — giving customers the best of both worlds.

 What’s New in the 5th Anniversary Edition?

This edition has grown substantially since the 1st edition, now totaling 1,342 pages — 688 more pages than the original. The size required the printed version to be released in two volumes.

Digital Enhancements

• The digital edition is now available online, giving you the choice to:
• Download device-specific files (e-book format)
• View online via login, without using storage space

This edition features:

• Completely redesigned layout
• Hundreds of new photographs
• New sections on gem mining in Africa and Myanmar
• Updated pricing comparisons for major gemstones
• New approach to gemstone identification

Exceptional Photography

• The book features photography from renowned gem/mineral photographers including:
  Tino Hammid, Jeff Scovil, Conny Forsberg, John Dyer, David Dyer, Lydia Dyer, Priscilla Dyer, Ozzie Campos, Dmitry Stolyarevich, Arjuna Irsutti, and Sergey Pryanechnikov.
• Total visual content includes:
• 1,428 photographs
• 191 diagrams and illustrations

Comprehensive Gemmology Coverage

• Both printed and digital editions include full coverage of:
• Gemstone chemistry
• Physical and optical properties
• Crystallography and light absorption
• Spectroscope & polarized light testing
• Polariscope, dichroscope, color filters
• Specific gravity, luminescence, magnification
• Thermal conductivity testing
• Identification of imitations, assembled, lab-created gems, and enhancements
• Mining, gem cutting, grading, and more

Gem Identification & GemFacts

• Includes 12 chapters focused on identifying gemstones by color and transparency, plus:
• Advanced gem testing techniques
• 17 common gemstone species and varieties
• 134-page ‘Reflections’ photo section featuring award-winning gem cutter John Dyer

What Readers Are Saying:
Suzann wrote: “This is the greatest book on gemology I have ever seen. It has it all. Don’t need any of my other books. It is a truly beautiful book.”

If you are serious about gems and gemmology, this book belongs in your reference library.