Alibris is one of the premier rare and outofprint book sites on the internet. Popular series focusing on individual gems and their outstanding color. In this book, fred ward traces the history of diamond mining, exploration, cutting and use from the earliest known use in india at about 400 bc to the manufacturing of synthetic diamonds. They hold up well under both steam and ultrasonic treatments. Fred b and opal s woosley foundation inc guidestar profile. Pearls fred ward gem book series by fred ward gem book publishing, revised edition 1998. Black opal fossils of lightning ridge by tim flannery. Books about gems and minerals is jack mounts home place.
Inspired by wellknown author mark sanborn, the award is named in honor of fred shea, the subject of sanborns national bestseller, the fred factor. I think you can find these on amazon and possibly you may even come across wilfred c. The american opal society is pleased to make available a variety of resources of interest to our members. Opals is one of eight gem books in a series written by fred ward and charlotte ward and photographed by fred ward and their son christopher ward.
Matthew hopkins is a partner in hopkins opal, a family mining, cutting, jewelry design, and wholesale distributor dealing in high quality australian opals. Opal, gem series books by fred ward, 2011 rare gemstones by renee newman, 2012 international contemporary masters 7, after receiving honorable mention award, artavita international competition, a fine art book published by world wide art books, inc, 20. Opals, third edition ward, fred, gem book series fred ward gem series by fred ward, charlotte ward, et al. Written especially for the opal collector and gemmology student, as well as for the opal miner or visitor to the opal fields, this bokk names every recorded opal deposit in australia and pinpoints every location on concise geologial maps. In this book, fred ward traces the history of diamond mining, exploration, cutting. Lets talk gemstones opal part 1 ganoksin jewelry making. Opal forms as irregular nodules or seams in volcanic or sedimentary rocks. For most people, a bad opal will always have more appeal than a good one, a cursed opal more fascination than an opal that brings good luck, wards off wicked influences, or cures. A masterpiece of gemological scholarship and, with kunz book of the pearl, one of the two major inspirations for my books on ruby and sapphire. Paul downing was inducted into the rockhound and lapidary hall of fame in december 1998, but his love affair with opal began in 1963 and he admittedly has addicted many others as dyed in the wool opalholics. Opals shifting play of kaleidoscopic colors is unlike any other gem.
If so, kasas awards committee invites you to nominate this extraordinary individual for the associations annual fred award. The fred ward gem book series has new color photographs and new text to assure the latest and most accurate information. If you want easy, informative reading on gemstones, fred ward should be your source. Romans prized opal so highly that one citizen of the highest rank suffered permanent exile for refusing to relinquish ownership of a magnificent henegg sized opal to the emperor. Opal facts,gemstones,semi precious stones,gems jewelry. Australia now stands as the worlds major source of opal. Opals, third edition ward, fred, gem book series fred ward. Sri lanka has no traditional mines, the whole country is a sapphire mine. Opals, third edition ward, fred, gem book series fred ward gem series fred ward, charlotte ward, fred ward, christopher ward on. Black opal the best gem in the world comes from australia at. Organized into five sections, each with introductions written by gia distinguished research fellow dr.
The rainbow pear opal natural ethiopian harlequin opal investment grade aaa collectors gem. Fred ward signs his gem books for dcgia chapter members. Rubies and sapphires fred ward gem series by fred ward. Rare books for sale, buy antique books from alibris. Apr 30, 1996 this extensive revision updates all of the worlds jade sources with 65 new color photographs as well as revised text on every page.
The lavishly illustrated allcolor book is part of the fred ward gem book series. The text claifies in understandable terms the many mioneralogical, gemmological, and. Apr 23, 2020 few precautions are necessary, as most abalone pearls are bench friendly. Aug 29, 2015 matthew hopkins discussed the early australian mines, mining processes and the stages opal goes through to get from mine to market. One of the finest books ever written on a single gem species.
The fullcolor photographs give the buyer and enthusiast all the information needed to understand the various types of opals and the ability to buy them wisely. Black opal books has been serving both new and established authors since october 2010. Fire opal is red, orange or yellow opal, generally. Early in 1997, fred wards fascinating work on this subject was published.
Fred ward teaches you about the history of emeralds and then takes you on. She was also preceded in death by a sister, mildred bowling. Occurring in most varieties of rock, the vast majority of opals are mined in australia, with other opal digs occurring in the. We are a boutique small press, dedicated to producing quality books for readers and helping both experienced and debut authors find a home for those stories that just have to be told.
Bright flashes of color skip across this stones surface. However, i do think an opal book collector would first want to find some of the other books ive mentioned. Any discussion of opal involves an extensive vocabulary not usually associated with other gemstones. Pdf download opals fred ward gem book read full ebook. How to spot lab created specimens, doublets and triplets.
The playofcolor displays the entire spectrum over a light gray background. My story, getting burned with fire opal, prompted me to make opal the subject of this article. This allcolor book tours the major mining areas in colombia, zambia, and brazil. Due to shipping costs, library items are only available to local southern california members. One book from the series of gem books written by fred ward. Gem hunt s01 ep04 opals ethiopia hd watch dailymotion video. This extensive revision updates all of the worlds jade sources with 65 new color photographs as well as revised text on every page. Cinily flower opal earrings stud,gold plated hypoallergenic earrings for women opal jewelry gemstone stud earrings 12mm15mm. Jun 24, 2015 pdf download opals fred ward gem book read full ebook. Here we have a collection of the sources we have used to compile the learn opal section. Rice farms are rented out for a season, dug up, mined, then restored so that it can be used for rice farming again.
It clearly describes the many different types of opal in language that is easy to understand in a 6 12 x 9 14 hardcover with 212 pages. For everyone, especially the lay person interested in opal, fred wards book is indispensable. The butterworth gem series book on beryl is a shortened version. Reading fred and charlotte ward s series, phenomenal gems, particularly pearls and opals, has awakened the adventurer in me.
We humans love a mystery, and the darker the mystery, the better we like it. We offer this book because it is a good synopsis of all the major fields in australia and includes cutting info as well as some beautiful photography. For more information, see opals, by fred ward, fred ward gem series, 2000, gem book publishers, bethesda, md. Opal marie newman ward 19292008 find a grave memorial. This one is a bit older last printing was somewhere around the mid70s. He gives us a guided tour of the opal mines and introduces us to some of the extraordinary people involved in the unique methods of production. The fullcolor photographs give the buyer and enthusiast all the information needed to understand. If you are a black opal author or staff member and do not have an account, please contact support and they will assist you. This book gave me a true appreciation for opal and the delicacies in working with it. This is the cheap basics only lecture and without illustrations and a lot more space it cant answer all your questions.
From all the books from this series, this one was the most intense from my pov. In addition to the following books, here are links to my favorite gem and jewelry. Join facebook to connect with fred t ward and others you may know. I dont wish to bore anyone but first lets discuss the definition of fire opal. Gem and lapidary materials for cutters, collectors, and jewelers, june c. The first article on opal described the definitions and provided explanations of the terms and the vocabulary peculiar to this gem species.
One of the first crystals used as gems, emeralds have a history that began in ancient egypt. Opals by fred ward gemmological association of australia says. After reading this book you will be onsight familiar with the major varieties of opal, assembled stones, simulants and synthetics. Mar 24, 2014 opals, third edition ward, fred, gem book series fred ward gem series by fred ward. Opals, third edition ward, fred, gem book series fred ward gem series. For more information on abalone pearls, see the following. Today, gia is a leader in gem education, research, grading and instrumentation and operates globally, with facilities in eleven countries and across four continents. Playofcolor results when light interacts with orderly stacks. Opals, third edition ward, fred, gem book series fred. It literally drags you through all the stages of feeling, like anger, grief, surprize, horror, love, sadness and shock. A very concise study of opal from around the world.
Matthew hopkins discussed the early australian mines, mining processes and the stages opal goes through to get from mine to market. Frederick joseph ward born december 30, 1942 is an american actor and producer. Learn about gems and gem materials with these books on gemstones. Fred ward celebrity profile check out the latest fred ward photo gallery, biography, pics, pictures, interviews, news, forums and blogs at rotten tomatoes.
Please, if you have the time, can you direct me to any online sites or books that may help me understand a little bit more about mexican fire opals. This book is the latest in the popular fred ward gem book series. Fred s description of his experience in the australian opal mines brought back memories of my thrills diving in the north sea on oil platforms. Lennie is the recognized authority on the history of australian opal. Opal is the third book from the lux series and by far the most complex in plot and characters. Gem and gemstone books learn about gems and gem materials with these books on gemstones. Aug 09, 2018 pdf download opals fred ward gem book pdf full ebook. We have thousands of rare and antique treasures brought to you by our network of trusted sellers from all around the world. In opals, fred ward presents the history and lore of opal. Registration is open to current black opal authors and staff only. Lets talk gemstones opal part 2 ganoksin jewelry making. Ebook opal identification and value as pdf download portable. Pdf download opals fred ward gem book pdf full ebook. Opal is a fascinating gemstone with an ancient history.
Few precautions are necessary, as most abalone pearls are bench friendly. Fred told us of the different ways of mining in the various countries. Pliny the elder gives an eloquent description of opal, comparing its many colors to that of the finest of ruby, emerald, sapphire, topaz, and amethyst. Charlotte ward and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Advice is also given on buying opals and the truth instead of the myths about caring for them. Use the search box above to find fond treasures from your childhood or that one book that has escaped your collection thus far. The course and guild evolved into gia, with the institute publishing books and setting up its first lab in 1931. I can also heartily recommend fred wards less expensive but truly excellent book opals fred ward gem series. Shigley, this book gives a historical overview of labgrown diamondsfrom the time they were first introduced by the general electric co. Sep 10, 2011 opals, third edition ward, fred, gem book series fred ward gem series fred ward, charlotte ward, fred ward, christopher ward on.
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