Hidden Gems reveals how color, light, and skilled engraving uncover the quiet beauty of overlooked stones.
This nonfiction work invites readers to see gems in a new light, exploring how ancient beliefs, natural properties, and modern lapidary craft come together to reveal beauty and history. In this edition, you’ll encounter a diverse range of stones—from the deep blues of sapphires to the subtle hues of garnets, tourmalines, and chrysoberyls. The text links color, hardness, and cutting with both value and wonder, highlighting how stones acquire their character through science and artistry.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book invites readers to explore the beauty of rare and neglected gemstones, unveiling their hidden depths and captivating appeal. The author delves into the lore and superstitions that have long surrounded these precious stones, examining their significance in various cultures throughout history. While diamonds have traditionally held the spotlight, the author sheds light on an array of underappreciated gems, such as zircons, chrysoberyls, tourmalines, opals, sapphires, garnets, beryls, peridots, and spinels. These stones, with their mesmerizing colors and exceptional qualities, rival the brilliance of diamonds and offer a unique perspective on the artistry of nature. Beyond their aesthetic allure, this book emphasizes the importance of appreciating gemstones for their own intrinsic beauty and rarity, rather than relying on perceived magical or spiritual properties. The author advocates for a more discerning and informed approach to jewelry and adornment, encouraging readers to seek out and celebrate the diverse and captivating world of gemstones. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332883721_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332883721
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332883721
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)