Mineralogy & gems – The Bell Bookshop https://www.bellbookshop.co.uk Henley-on-Thames Fri, 28 Nov 2025 19:38:13 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 https://www.bellbookshop.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cropped-Bell-Background-Blue-32x32.png Mineralogy & gems – The Bell Bookshop https://www.bellbookshop.co.uk 32 32 Stones https://www.bellbookshop.co.uk/product/stones/ Mon, 18 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.bellbookshop.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=35422 The story of our deep and multifaceted connections to geological matter-the very bedrock of our lives.
 
From small beach pebbles to huge megaliths, stones have been revered, collected, enhanced, sculpted, or engraved for practical and artistic purposes throughout the ages. They have been used to delineate boundaries and to build homes and shelters and utilized for cooking, games, and competitions. This surprising and fascinating compendium of stone facts, myths, and stories reveals the impact and importance of stones in our history and culture. Cally Oldershaw introduces the science in an accessible way and covers the aesthetic appeal of stones, their practical uses, and metaphysical properties. With an eclectic mix of examples from the Stone Age to the present, Stones engagingly excavates the story of this essential matter.

]]> Rocks & minerals https://www.bellbookshop.co.uk/product/rocks-minerals/ Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.bellbookshop.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=33060 Explore Earth’s natural treasures, from their primeval origins to traditional uses and modern-day appeal with this illustrated guide to rocks, minerals, crystals, gems and more!

Featuring sparkling crystals, vibrant gemstones, and other precious materials often prized for their beauty, such as amber, coral, and fossils, this illustrated guide is sure to captivate every rockhound and budding gemmologist.

Learn how to identify more than 450 rock and mineral specimens through beautiful photographs and key characteristics. Discover more about rocks and minerals through folklore and historical artefacts, and find out the fascinating stories behind some of the amazing natural treasures, including the Hope Diamond and the Great Mogul emerald. Plus there is information on polishing and displaying your finds to further equip you with all the knowledge needed to become a rock and mineral collector.

Dive deep into this riveting book on rocks and minerals to further discover:

– Comprehensive coverage of more than 450 specimens of rocks, minerals, crystals, gems and fossils.
– Expert text and high-quality images combine to make this an indispensable reference tool for every rockhound and budding gemmologist.
– Detailed reference panels provide key at-a-glance information for identifying specimens.
– Feature panels on folklore, historical artefacts, and famous gems tell the fascinating stories of rocks and minerals.
– Includes information on collecting and showing rocks and minerals

Practical advice on cutting, polishing, and displaying your finds further equips you with all the knowledge needed to delve into the arena of rock and mineral collecting.

]]> The Complete Crystal Sourcebook https://www.bellbookshop.co.uk/product/the-complete-crystal-sourcebook/ Thu, 20 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.bellbookshop.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=19534 Features a crystal directory, organised by colour, covers the properties of over 200 stones, as well as their common and historical uses.

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Crystal healing is a time-honoured mindfulness technique, harnessing the power of nature to inspire peace and wellness. Crystals are fantastic resources for health, luck, beauty, magic, and healing. The Complete Crystal Sourcebook is a comprehensive reference guide that outlines all the key uses for crystals and techniques for working with them, from choosing your stones, laying a crystal grid, treating ailments of the body and mind, and more.

A crystal directory, organized by color, covers
the properties of over 200 stones, as well as their common and historical uses. Following this is a directory of ailments, including physical, emotional, mental and spiritual. Simply look up your issue (such as a broken heart or a build-up of work stress) and a recommended treatment and suggested stones will be provided. This is the only book of its kind that offers an at-a-glance crystal directory, grids, and a visual breakdown of body layout and ailments. The range and magnitude of crystals included makes this book both stunning and a real powerhouse of information.

This beautifully designed sourcebook also includes a comprehensive index and a thorough cross-referencing system, to make it easy to find information quickly. The Crystal Sourcebook is the ultimate guide to crystals and crystal healing.

]]> Crystal & gem https://www.bellbookshop.co.uk/product/crystal-gem/ Tue, 01 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.bellbookshop.co.uk/product/crystal-gem/ “See crystals of every colour, find out which gemstones are priceless, and explore the uses of crystals in technology as well as jewellery.

From the rarest crystal to the most common stone, gems from around the world are revealed in dazzling detail in this illustrated guide. Young readers can use the encyclopedic profiles to identify all kinds of crystals and gems, and watch how a diamond in the rough becomes the show-stopping centrepiece of a valuable ring. Packed with essential information, this edition is more interactive than ever with new infographics, statistics, facts, and timelines.

Find out what gives a labradorite its colours, discover how piezoelectricity is used, and see how crystals can be made in a laboratory. Eyewitness Crystal & Gem is the perfect guide for homework help on crystals or those simply wanting to further their knowledge of these fabulous natural creations. This book also comes with a fact-filled poster, great for your bedroom wall or classroom.
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