Collecting Australian Gemstones by Bill James Published by K. G. Murray, 1965 (4th impression) This is a comprehensive guide to identifying and polishing Australian minerals. This hardcover edition provides detailed insights into gem collecting and lapidary techniques. The dust jacket has a significant tear at the top left corner - however the important front flyleaf is intact allowing identification of all cover stones. Apart from the tear in the dustjacket, the book is in very good condition.