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George Frederick Kunz & Charles Hugh Stevenson
Book of the Pearl
Its History, Art, Science and Industry

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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.

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Språk Engelska ● Formatera EPUB ● ISBN 9780486142746 ● Utgivare Dover Publications ● Publicerad 2013 ● Nedladdningsbara 3 gånger ● Valuta EUR ● ID 5451440 ● Kopieringsskydd Adobe DRM

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