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LoC No.: 08037255

Title: A Hand-book of Precious Stones

Alternate Title: A Handbook of Precious Stones

Note: Reading ease score: 62.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Paul Marshall and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)

Summary: "A Hand-book of Precious Stones" by Meyer D. Rothschild is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work serves as a guide for merchants, craftsmen, and enthusiasts of gemstones, detailing the properties and classifications of precious stones used primarily for jewelry and ornamental purposes. The author aims to enhance the knowledge base surrounding various gemstones beyond the well-known varieties like diamonds and sapphires, hoping to ignite interest in this intricate field of study. The opening of the book lays out the purpose of the guide, emphasizing the need for accessible and clear information about precious stones and their characteristics. Rothschild begins by discussing definitions and classifications of these gems, touching upon their beauty, hardness, and rarity as critical factors in determining their value. The text also outlines the influences of fashion on the market value of gems and introduces basic concepts such as crystallization and optical properties. Ultimately, this opening sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of various gemstones, including their physical and optical characteristics, aimed at fostering a deeper understanding of mineralogy within the context of precious stones. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Rothschild, Meyer D.

EBook No.: 60512

Published: Oct 17, 2019

Downloads: 98

Language: English

Subject: Precious stones

LoCC: Science: Geology

LoCC: Technology: Manufactures

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 08037255

Title: A Hand-book of Precious Stones

Alternate Title: A Handbook of Precious Stones

Note: Reading ease score: 62.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Paul Marshall and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)

Summary: "A Hand-book of Precious Stones" by Meyer D. Rothschild is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work serves as a guide for merchants, craftsmen, and enthusiasts of gemstones, detailing the properties and classifications of precious stones used primarily for jewelry and ornamental purposes. The author aims to enhance the knowledge base surrounding various gemstones beyond the well-known varieties like diamonds and sapphires, hoping to ignite interest in this intricate field of study. The opening of the book lays out the purpose of the guide, emphasizing the need for accessible and clear information about precious stones and their characteristics. Rothschild begins by discussing definitions and classifications of these gems, touching upon their beauty, hardness, and rarity as critical factors in determining their value. The text also outlines the influences of fashion on the market value of gems and introduces basic concepts such as crystallization and optical properties. Ultimately, this opening sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of various gemstones, including their physical and optical characteristics, aimed at fostering a deeper understanding of mineralogy within the context of precious stones. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Rothschild, Meyer D.

EBook No.: 60512

Published: Oct 17, 2019

Downloads: 98

Language: English

Subject: Precious stones

LoCC: Science: Geology

LoCC: Technology: Manufactures

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.