The Nature of Diamonds by Harlow, George E. (Editor) - 1998

Cambridge University Press, in association with the American Museum of Natural History, 1998. Cancelled Ex-Library copy. Softcover (23 x 28 cm), x, 278 pages (with index). ISBN: 0521629357. Good condition. The wraps are covered in a permanently attached archival book cover (laminate). The laminate is 'bubbling' at edges. Slanted spine. There are library markings (e.g. stamps, stickers, etc) on the first page, title page, last page and along page fore edge. Some pages creased, corners dog-eared and soiled. Moisture stain(s) at top corner, along hinge (affecting from approximately pages 265-278 and rear cover). "The Nature of Diamonds' is an authoritative and richly illustrated look at nature's most coveted gem. Leading geologists, gemologists, physicists, and cultural observers cover every facet of the stone. The engaging text is complemented by more than 200 lavish illustrations that span fine art, earth science, and cultural studies and capture the brilliance and beauty of this extraordinary substance."