A Textbook Of Precious Stones

""A Textbook of Precious Stones"" is a comprehensive guide to gemstones, written by Frank B. Wade in 1918. The book is aimed at both jewelers and gem enthusiasts, providing detailed information on the characteristics, properties, and classifications of precious stones. The text covers a wide range of gemstones, including diamonds, rubies, sapphires, emeralds, and many others. The book also includes chapters on the history of precious stones, their mining and cutting, and their use in jewelry. The author's extensive knowledge and passion for gemstones shine through in the detailed descriptions and illustrations throughout the book. Overall, ""A Textbook of Precious Stones"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the world of gemstones, from amateur enthusiasts to professional jewelers.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.