The Great Book Of Jewels
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Ernst A. and Jean Heiniger
Binding: Hardback
Published: Edita, 1974
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Faded DJ. Wear markings to front and back of DJ and tanning to top internally. Minor denting to edges of board. Tanning to block. Pages yellowed with tanning around perimeter. Text legible.
This volume presents a magnificent visual and historical account of precious stones and their artistry. It chronicles the fascinating journey of jewels from their geological origins to their transformation into breathtaking adornments, illustrating their cultural significance across various civilizations. The text details the intricate craftsmanship involved in cutting and setting, alongside the stories behind some of the world's most renowned pieces. Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of gemology and the enduring allure of these natural treasures.
Author: Ernst A. and Jean Heiniger
Binding: Hardback
Published: Edita, 1974
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Faded DJ. Wear markings to front and back of DJ and tanning to top internally. Minor denting to edges of board. Tanning to block. Pages yellowed with tanning around perimeter. Text legible.
This volume presents a magnificent visual and historical account of precious stones and their artistry. It chronicles the fascinating journey of jewels from their geological origins to their transformation into breathtaking adornments, illustrating their cultural significance across various civilizations. The text details the intricate craftsmanship involved in cutting and setting, alongside the stories behind some of the world's most renowned pieces. Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of gemology and the enduring allure of these natural treasures.