Description - Diamonds and Gemstones by Ron Edwards
Ages 7 to 14 years. Diamonds, rubies, sapphires, pearls, and opals are among the most precious stones found under the earth. Whether ornamenting royal sceptres or equipping modern medical technology, this new book will show readers how these stones have an established place in our world. Other features in the book are: where diamonds and gemstones are found and how they are mined; famous diamonds, including the Cullinan diamond and the curse of the Hope Diamond; conflict diamonds and what is being done to stop this practice.
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