This edition had all images removed.
LoC No.: 07030808
Title: The Pearl, its story, its charm, and its value
Note: Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Fay Dunn, Fiona Holmes and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "The Pearl, its story, its charm, and its value" by Wallis Richard Cattelle is a comprehensive exploration of pearls written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the history, allure, and valuation of pearls, exploring their significance across cultures and their journey from the depths of the ocean to becoming coveted treasures. The text combines historical accounts with practical information on pearl quality and market trends, making it appealing to gem enthusiasts and historians alike. At the start of the book, Cattelle paints a vivid picture of the sea's mysterious beauty and the fascinating world of pearls beneath its surface. He introduces readers to the symbolic relationship between pearls and wealth, emphasizing the allure they have held throughout history, especially among royalty and the wealthy. The opening remarks on the natural origins of pearls set the stage for the detailed examination of their value, craftsmanship, and the intricacies involved in pearl diving and trading that unfolds throughout the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Cattelle, Wallis Richard, 1848-1912
EBook No.: 63623
Published: Nov 4, 2020
Downloads: 103
Language: English
Subject: Pearls
LoCC: Technology: Manufactures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 07030808
Title: The Pearl, its story, its charm, and its value
Note: Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Fay Dunn, Fiona Holmes and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "The Pearl, its story, its charm, and its value" by Wallis Richard Cattelle is a comprehensive exploration of pearls written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the history, allure, and valuation of pearls, exploring their significance across cultures and their journey from the depths of the ocean to becoming coveted treasures. The text combines historical accounts with practical information on pearl quality and market trends, making it appealing to gem enthusiasts and historians alike. At the start of the book, Cattelle paints a vivid picture of the sea's mysterious beauty and the fascinating world of pearls beneath its surface. He introduces readers to the symbolic relationship between pearls and wealth, emphasizing the allure they have held throughout history, especially among royalty and the wealthy. The opening remarks on the natural origins of pearls set the stage for the detailed examination of their value, craftsmanship, and the intricacies involved in pearl diving and trading that unfolds throughout the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Cattelle, Wallis Richard, 1848-1912
EBook No.: 63623
Published: Nov 4, 2020
Downloads: 103
Language: English
Subject: Pearls
LoCC: Technology: Manufactures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.