The Curious Lore Of Precious Stones: Being A Description Of Their Sentiments And Folk Lore, Superstitions, Symbolism, Mysticism, Use In Medicine, Prot

by George Frederick Kunz

First published in 1913, this book explores the cultural significance of gemstones throughout history and across various cultures. Kunz, a renowned gemologist, offers a wealth of information on the properties of different stones, as well as their symbolic meanings and uses in folk medicine, divination, and other practices. He draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, folklore, and his own extensive experience as a collector and...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1019369019
• ISBN13: 9781019369012
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 534 Pages
• Weight: 2.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.1" x 9.2"