Semi Precious Stones A Historical Article On Agate Amber Amethyst And Many Other Varieties Of Gemstones
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Author | : Edwin W Streeter |
Publisher | : Read Books Ltd |
Total Pages | : 78 |
Release | : 2014-07-07 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 1473394368 |
This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience. Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of historical and informative publications on the subjects of gemology and crystallography. The titles in this range include "Gemstone Manufacturing" "Geometrical Characters of Crystals" "The Thirty-Two Classes of Crystal Symmetry" and many more. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, "Semi-Precious Stones" contains information on amber, amethyst, agate and much more. Intended to illustrate the main varieties of semi-precious stones it is a guide for anyone wishing to obtain a general knowledge of the subject and to understand the field in its historical context. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Author | : Various |
Publisher | : Read Books Ltd |
Total Pages | : 139 |
Release | : 2016-08-26 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 1473356423 |
This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience. Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of historical and informative publications on the subjects of gemology and crystallography. The titles in this range include "Gemstone Manufacturing" "The Optical Properties of Gemstones and Crystals" "The Thirty-Two Classes of Crystal Symmetry" and many more. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, "The Classification, Identification and Characteristics of Gemstones" contains information on gemstone varieties, their properties and much more. Intended to illustrate the main aspects of gemstone classification it is a comprehensive guide for anyone wishing to obtain a general knowledge of the subject and to understand the field in its historical context. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Author | : Charles William King |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 400 |
Release | : 1870 |
Genre | : Gems |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Charles W. King |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 474 |
Release | : 1865 |
Genre | : Gems |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Charles William King |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 400 |
Release | : 1867 |
Genre | : Gems |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Edwin William Streeter |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 306 |
Release | : 1877 |
Genre | : Gems |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Edwin William Streeter |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 446 |
Release | : 1898 |
Genre | : Gems |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Michael R. Collings |
Publisher | : Wildside Press LLC |
Total Pages | : 180 |
Release | : 2009-07-01 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 1434457028 |
This A-Z guide to precious and semi-precious stones includes historical and cultural information, names and meanings, birthstones, historical and contemporary traditions, folklore, purported healing and mind-enhancing powers, and bibliography.
Author | : Edwin W. Streeter |
Publisher | : Рипол Классик |
Total Pages | : 379 |
Release | : 1892 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 5878152762 |
Author | : A. Hyatt Verrill |
Publisher | : Read Books Ltd |
Total Pages | : 57 |
Release | : 2016-08-26 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 1473356458 |
A scientific history of gemstones and crystals around the world. Featuring the origin, symbolism, and uses of various precious stones. This detailed article explores the history of gemology and crystallography and is an excellent read for those wishing to deepen their knowledge of the subjects. First published in 1939, Precious Stones and Their Stories was written by A. Hyatt Verrill, a respected nature historian.