The Book of the Pearl
Its History, Art, Science and Industry
Nonfiction, Home & Garden, Antiques & Collectibles, Metals & Jewelry
| Author: | George Frederick Kunz, Charles Hugh Stevenson | ISBN: | 9780486142746 |
| Publisher: | Dover Publications | Publication: | February 19, 2013 |
| Imprint: | Dover Publications | Language: | English |
| Author: | George Frederick Kunz, Charles Hugh Stevenson |
| ISBN: | 9780486142746 |
| Publisher: | Dover Publications |
| Publication: | February 19, 2013 |
| Imprint: | Dover Publications |
| Language: | English |
This monumental, profusely illustrated volume by two noted authorities is probably the largest single collection of data on the subject of pearls. Its enormous amount of detailed information covers their origin and history, structure, and form; the pearl fisheries of Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas; fascinating facts and lore on pearl-culture and pearl-farming; the gem's mystical and medicinal properties; famous pearl collections around the world; and much more. Over 180 illustrations enhance the highly readable text, sure to intrigue any lover of gems.
This monumental, profusely illustrated volume by two noted authorities is probably the largest single collection of data on the subject of pearls. Its enormous amount of detailed information covers their origin and history, structure, and form; the pearl fisheries of Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas; fascinating facts and lore on pearl-culture and pearl-farming; the gem's mystical and medicinal properties; famous pearl collections around the world; and much more. Over 180 illustrations enhance the highly readable text, sure to intrigue any lover of gems.
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