National Geographic: Splendid Stones Released 1991-03-13 is a story that falls under the Documentary category. Movie Story "Sparkling diamonds. Exquisite emeralds. Brilliant rubies. Shimmering pearls. For centuries, these precious gems have captured humankind, leading men and women to give up fortunes - even their lives - to possess them. Join National Geographic on a journey around the globe to discover the origins of these most coveted gems. You'll see astonishing amounts of earth mined to uncover rubies in Thailand or emeralds in Colombia. You'll meet a Tennessee businessman who cultivates freshwater pearls and a California chemist who 'grows' rubies nearly identical to nature's stunning creations. And you'll witness rarely, if ever before, filmed sales of uncut diamonds - deals worth thousands of dollars sealed only with a handshake and a Hebrew phrase. Unlock a treasure chest filled with a wealth of information and the dazzling beauty of Splendid Stones.".
Stars:
Richard Kiley
Director:
Robert Hanna,
Irwin Rosten,
Irwin Rosten,
Jay Chattaway,
Barry Nye,
Nancy Severinsen,
Jack K. Tillar,
Robert Dean Hughes,
Teresa Koenig,
Christopher Fryman,
Erik Daarstad,
Mark Knobil,
Alan Hall,
Ann M. Parish,
Marjorie M. Moomey,
Jill Shinefield,
David L. Lahaie,
Tim Kelly,
Thomas Skinner,
Sandra Chandler
National Geographic: Splendid Stones is a movie that promises to engage and entertain its viewers. As a Documentary film available in English, it combines strong performances with a compelling narrative. Whether you’re a fan of these genres or looking for a new cinematic adventure, this film is worth a watch!