The Magic of Jewels and Charms

The Magic of Jewels and Charms is a book written by George Frederick Kunz, a renowned gemologist and mineralogist. The book explores the fascinating history and folklore surrounding the use of jewels and charms throughout human history. Kunz delves into the various beliefs and superstitions that people have held about gems and amulets, and how they have been used for protection, healing, and other purposes.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of jewels and charms. Kunz begins by discussing the ancient origins of these objects, and how they were used by different cultures around the world. He then explores the various types of gems and minerals that have been used as charms, and the specific properties that each of them is believed to possess.Throughout the book, Kunz also shares fascinating stories and anecdotes about the use of jewels and charms in different historical periods. He discusses the role of gems in ancient Egyptian and Greek cultures, as well as their use in medieval Europe and Renaissance Italy. He also explores the use of charms and amulets in various religious traditions, including Christianity, Judaism, and Islam.Overall, The Magic of Jewels and Charms is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of the history and folklore surrounding these fascinating objects. It is sure to appeal to anyone with an interest in gemology, history, or the supernatural.1915. Jewels, gems, stones, superstitions and astrological lore are all so interwoven in history that to treat of either of them alone would mean to break the chain of association linking them one with the other. Contents: magic stones and electric gems; on meteorites or celestial stones; stones of healing; on the virtues of fabulous stones, concretions and fossils; snake stones and bezoars; angels and ministers of grace; on the religious use of various stones; amulets, ancient, medieval, Oriental; amulets of primitive peoples and of modern times; facts and fancies about precious stones. Extensively illustrated.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.