This ebook takes a brief look at synthetic gemstones, in particular cubic zirconia and the various manufacturing methods used to produce synthetic gemstones.

This is volume 13 of the Australian Gemstones series and this volume is only available, at this stage, as an ebook.

Other books in this series include Early Australian Gemstone Discoveries, Early Australian Diamond Discoveries, The Physical and Optical Properties of Gemstones, Identification of Quartz and Its Varieties, Identification of Feldspar and Its Varieties, Identification of Amber, Identification of Coral, Identification of Pearls, Identification of Opals, the Identification of Ornamental Gem Materials, the Identification of Emeralds and the Identification of Garnets. These are available in paperback or ebook versions.

These books are specifically designed for the beginner wanting to learn more about gemstones or gem fossicking, they also make a wonderful refresher course for the more experienced.

All of these books are available for purchase through www.amazon.com.