Publications

Books published under EGP™.

Original monographs and reference works authored by Eman Galeb Hamza — building a permanent scientific literature for modern gemology.

01

The Language of Inclusions

In publication

A field guide to reading the interior of gemstones

A working reference to the three-phase, two-phase, and solid inclusions that identify natural origin — with photomicrography, notation, and diagnostic keys.

2025

02

Emerald: A Scientific Portrait

Forthcoming

Beryl of the Cordilleras and beyond

The geology, chemistry, treatment history, and gemological identification of the world's emerald deposits, illustrated from first-hand study.

2026

03

Foundations of Modern Gemology

In development

A textbook for the serious student

A structured introduction to optical properties, crystal systems, instrumentation, and the ethics of gemological practice — designed for use inside the EGP Academy.

2026

04

Arabic Gemological Lexicon

Ongoing

معجم علم الأحجار الكريمة

The first modern bilingual reference dictionary of gemological terminology — bridging classical Arabic scientific vocabulary with contemporary practice.

2024–