Pockets: Gemstones is a fascinating guide to the better-known varieties of precious stones ranging from uncut gems to spectacular examples of finished jewellery all superbly photographed in full colour. Featuring an easy-to-use colour key information on gem lore gem care and how to make your own jewellery Pockets: Gemstones is the ideal introduction to a multi-faceted glittering world. Pockets is a major new series of reference guides that provides an in-depth look at a wide range of subjects. Easy to use and highly collectable these fact-packed mini-guides gather everything you need to know about a subject - and put it in your pocket!