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The Curious Lore of Precious Stones
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The Curious Lore of Precious Stones
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Arab Roots of Gemology
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Samar Najm Abul Huda's translation of Ahmad ibn Yusuf al Tifaschi's study of gems. Born in 1184, Al Tifaschi first learned about gems from his father, and augme