You’re a Gem

Shiny beautiful gems are a wonderful gift to give that special person in your life. What’s extra special about them is that they come in an assortment of colors and sizes. If you want to learn more about gems, just read Gemstones (Smithsonian Handbooks). Published in association with America’s preeminent authority, the Smithsonian Institution, this book is packed with more than 800 vivid full-color photographs of more than 130 varieties of cut and uncut stones, organic gemstones, and precious metals. With authoritative text, clear photography, and a systematic approach, this concise guide to identification enables you to recognize each gemstone instantly.