A Textbook Of Precious Stones

""A Textbook of Precious Stones"" is a comprehensive guide to the world of gemstones, written by Frank B. Wade in 1918. The book is designed to be a valuable resource for both jewelers and gemstone enthusiasts, providing detailed information on various precious stones, their properties, and how to identify them. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history and lore of gemstones, their chemical and physical properties, and how to evaluate their quality. Wade also provides practical advice on how to cut and polish gemstones, as well as how to care for and maintain them. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and diagrams, making it easy for readers to understand the complex world of gemstones. Whether you are a professional jeweler or simply a lover of beautiful gems, ""A Textbook of Precious Stones"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in this fascinating subject.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.