The Book of the Pearl: Its History, Art, Science and Industry

by George Frederick Kunz, Charles Hugh Stevenson

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.

Genres: Jewellery, Art, History

672 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1908

About the author

George Frederick Kunz was an American mineralogist and mineral collector. He was the founder and president of the Museums of the Peaceful Arts in 1913, special agent for the US Geological Survey (1883–1909), a research curator at the Museum of Natural History in New York City, and the leading advocate in the establishment of the international carat as a unit of measure for precious gems. He also assembled the Morgan-Tiffany collection of gems in the American Museum of Natural History. Kunz had an active life dedicated to science and public service.

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[لُجَيْن م.نور السوادي · Rating 4 out of 5]

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أحب صور اللؤلؤ في هذا الكتاب،و مدح العلماء و الأدباء له..
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فاللؤلؤة تُتَج من احتضان المحارة لعدوها،و كأنها تخبرنا أن ما بعد الصبر إلا الفَرَج..
و لا أخفي أنني شعرت بالملل في بعض المواضع في هذا الكتاب،ولكن لا بأس.

[علي الصباح · Rating 5 out of 5]

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