Practical Gem Knowledge for the Amateur

by Charles J. Parsons

Compiled and edited by Pansy D. Kraus

Lapidary Journal, 1983, [Seventh Printing], black and white photographs throughout, , large format paperback

Very Good Condition, a little edge and shelf wear, some rubbing, bumping and chipping to edges and corners, a little creasing to covers, no inscriptions  (See photographs)

“”Practical Gem Knowledge for the Amateur,” written by Charles J. Parsons, G.G., F.G.A., was originally prepared in series form for the Lapidary Journal.  The series started with the October 1964 issue of the Lapidary Journal and ended with the July, 1968 issue.  This series was so popular that we have now republished the entire series, with some revisions, into book form for the convenience of our readers and all those who are interested in the study of gems and gemology.”