George Frederick Kunz

The Curious Lore of Precious Stones

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Produktbeschreibung

Delve into the fascinating world where folklore and mineralogy intertwine in George Frederick Kunz's "The Curious Lore of Precious Stones." Explore the legends, superstitions, and sentiments attached to gems throughout history. This meticulously prepared print republication offers a rich tapestry of knowledge concerning precious stones, drawing from historical sources to reveal the beliefs and practices surrounding these captivating treasures. Discover the lore associated with each stone, from healing properties to symbolic meanings embedded in various cultures. Kunz's exploration unearths the captivating relationship between humanity and the gem kingdom, offering insights into the enduring allure of crystals and their place in our collective consciousness. A timeless compendium of curiosities and wonders, this book is a captivating journey into the heart of gem folklore. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 454
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 23mm
• Gewicht: 630g
• ISBN-13: 9781023552912
• ISBN-10: 1023552914
• Artikelnr.: 74114670

Autorenporträt

George Frederick Kunz (1856-1932) was a prominent American gemologist, responsible for many advances in the gem and mineral world including identifying a new color of spodumene that was named kunzite in his honor. He heavily influenced New York jeweler Charles Lewis Tiffany to produce his first semi-precious green tourmaline line of jewellery for his company, Tiffany & Co. From the age of 24, and for the remainder of his life, Kunz served as gemstone expert for the iconic New York jeweler. His classic work, The Curious Lore of Precious Stones, remains a must-read work for anyone interested in the beauty and mythology of precious gems.