We have an extensive range of precious and semi-precious stones that are ideal for jewellery making. Whether you’re looking for agate, zirconium, diamonds or moissanite gemstones from renowned specialists Charles and Colvard, at Cooksongold you are sure to find exactly what you need. Our range of semi-precious stones are ideal for creating jewellery that is truly unique. Loose Gemstones in Unique Cuts, Shapes, and Sizes Designed for beginners and experienced collectors alike, this gemology book explores what gemstones are, how they are classified, and how to identify them by their physical and optical properties. It also shows you how they were fashioned and imitated throughout history. Learn the differences between varieties of cut and uncut stones, organic gemstones, and precious metals. It includes a glossary for many more technical and scientific terms and over 800 high-quality photos of gems. It's the ideal gift for any budding gemologist We have loose gemstones and semi-precious stones for jewellery making in a huge range of shapes and cuts. Customise your gemstones to suit your requirements and create unique jewellery pieces that your customers will adore. Added Gemstone slots to Aspect of the End, Aspect of the Void, Zombie Sword, Ornate Zombie Sword, Reaper Falchion, Pooch Sword, Axe of the Shredded, Yeti Sword, Midas' Sword, Daedalus Axe, Aspect of the Dragons, Bonzo's Staff, Spirit Sceptre, Adaptive Blade, Ice Spray Wand, Livid Dagger, Shadow Fury, Flower of Truth, Giant's Sword, Titanium Drill DR-X455, Titanium Drill DR-X555, Topaz Drill KGR-12, Blaze Armor, Mastiff Armor, Perfect Armor, Shark Scale Armor, Superior Dragon Armor, Adaptive Armor, Shadow Assassin Armor, Necromancer Lord Armor, and Sorrow Armor.

Koivula, John I. (2000) The Microworld of Diamonds. Gemworld International, Northbrook, Illinois. ISBN: 0-964-17335-2 Our extensive range of beading books will keep your beading skills sharp. Take a look through our bead books to find everything from general reference guides to step-by-step refreshers on subjects like stringing and knotting. O’Donoghue, Michael, ed. (2006) Gems: Their Sources, Description and Identification. Butterworth-Heinemann, Boston. ISBN: 978-0-75065-856-0 A detailed introduction to everything a beginner gemologist needs to know including how gemstones form, the different properties, crystal shapes, faceting, and the history of gems The GIA Diamond Dictionary (1993) Gemological Institute of America, Santa Monica, California. ISBN: 0-87311-026-9

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Liddicoat, Richard T. Handbook of Gem Identification. (1989) Gemological Institute of America, Santa Monica, California. ISBN: 0-8731-1021-8 Learn how gemstones are formed and how to recognise them by their unique qualities and colours. A wonderful book for beginners, students, and gemstone-enthusiasts that includes the latest scientific research and gemstone classification. Crystal Nucleus loot bundle drops 1 Fine Gemstone of each type when completed. It can also drop additional Flawed, Fine and Flawless Gemstones of any kind.

Gems & Gemology in Review: Treated Diamonds (2008) Gemological Institute of America, Carlsbad, California. ISBN: 978-0-87311-054-9 As the one of the leading gemstone suppliers in the UK, we have a specially curated range of gemstone books to help you identify different types of precious stones and gemstones, get inspiration for your jewellery making projects, and learn how to set semi-precious stones to create gorgeous rings, earrings and other jewellery items. Cabochon Gemstones Like any practised skill, jewellery making is a constant learning experience. There’s always room to learn new skills, discover new techniques and get some tips from the masters. So become a better jewellery maker and browse through our range of ‘how to’ jewellery making books today! Our range has been carefully selected by our in-house experts, so it contains the very best jewellery making books by respected authors. You’ll find polymer clay books, bead weaving books, enamelling books, metalworking books and many more in-depth guides to a whole range of specialist subjects. If you’re a beginner and you’d like to learn how to make jewellery, you’ll find plenty of jewellery making books for beginners, which include step-by-step guides and easy-to-follow illustrations. Beading Books

Hodgkinson, Alan (2015) Gem Testing Techniques. Valerie Hodgkinson, Edinburgh. www.gemtestingtechniques.co.uk Gem Reference Guide (1993) Gemological Institute of America, Santa Monica, California. ISBN: 0-87311-029-3 Field, J.E., ed. (1992) Properties of natural and synthetic diamond. Academic Press, London and New York. ISBN: 0122553527