gems

Describes twenty of the most familiar gemstones--how they are formed and where they are found.

Introduces young readers to pearls, discussing how they are formed, where they are found, and the variety of ways they are used.

Provides an overview of gems and natural gemstones from ancient times to the present, discussing their folklore and mythology. Features descriptions and color images of the cut gems, precious and semiprecious stones, mineral specimens, and fine jewelry that make up the Grainger Hall of Gems at The Field Museum.

An illustrated guide to gems and minerals, showcasing 260 examples from the collection of the Royal Ontario Museum and explaining the science of mineralogy.

Years past, the Child-Goddess Aphrael had hidden Bhelliom, the Stone Power. It rested at the very bottom of the deepest ocean, that nevermore should its awesome power sing temptation to mortal men. Now Sparhawk, Knight, and Quen's Champion, must retrieve that Sapphire Rose from its briny sleep. For only with the might of Bhelliom could he hope to thwart the fiendish schemes directed against the Tamul empire, and against his own homeland.

The Disney princesses share their most beautiful jewels, featuring Cinderella, Jasmine, Aurora, Ariel, Rapunzel, and Tiana.

"Princess Sparkle loves glittery, shimmery things. She is shocked when she finds that the world outside her palace is often not beautiful at all. Something must be done!"--Back cover.

Illustrated encyclopedia of gemstones and minerals arranged in an A to Z format containing 225 entries.

Years past, the Child-Goddess Aphrael had hidden Bhelliom, the Stone Power. It rested at the very bottom of the deepest ocean, that nevermore should its awesome power sing temptation to mortal men. Now Sparhawk, Knight, and Quen's Champion, must retrieve that Sapphire Rose from its briny sleep. For only with the might of Bhelliom could he hope to thwart the fiendish schemes directed against the Tamul empire, and against his own homeland.

Tiana is asked by Mama Odie to find a missing jewel.