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The Book of the Pearl—
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The Story
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.
Reprint of The Century Co., New York, 1908 edition.
jewelry reference; royal jewels; natural history; unique gems; history of pearls; pearl jewelry; metals and gems; antique jewelry; conch; tahitian; fresh water; salt water; abalone; illustrated volume; largest collection; pearl fisheries; farming and culture; medicinal gem; mystical gem; opulence; fascinating gem facts; collectors; brooch; carat; australia; africa; europe; Pearls; Lore of Pearls; Pearl Collecting; Jewelry; Famous Pearl CollectionsDescription
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.
Reprint of The Century Co., New York, 1908 edition.
jewelry reference; royal jewels; natural history; unique gems; history of pearls; pearl jewelry; metals and gems; antique jewelry; conch; tahitian; fresh water; salt water; abalone; illustrated volume; largest collection; pearl fisheries; farming and culture; medicinal gem; mystical gem; opulence; fascinating gem facts; collectors; brooch; carat; australia; africa; europe; Pearls; Lore of Pearls; Pearl Collecting; Jewelry; Famous Pearl Collections
