Author: George Frederick KunzPublisher:
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Category : Gems
Languages : en
Pages : 554
Book Description
Author: George Frederick KunzThe Curious Lore of Precious Stones
Author: George Frederick KunzPublisher: Echo Point Books & Media
ISBN: 9781635617146
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 514
Book Description
This foundational study of gemstone lore presents a comprehensive history of precious and semi-precious stones and their purported properties. Author George Frederick Kunz reveals a treasure trove of thoroughly researched information about the various superstitions, symbolisms, uses, and metaphysical properties associated with specific gems.
Author: George Frederick KunzThe Curious Lore of Precious Stones
Author: George Frederick KunzPublisher: Arcturus Publishing
ISBN: 1398847151
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Discover the magical and practical properties of gemstones with this classic work by America's first professional gemologist, George Frederick Kunz. Drawing on his wide-ranging research into the occult and magical properties of gemstones, George Frederick Kunz produced a treasure trove of a book that covers ideas about precious and semi-precious stones from around the world. With tables of correspondences and sections on scrying and astrological uses of stones, omens regarding certain stones, and how gemstones were seen historically around the globe, this is a fascinating work of impressive scope. Learn about the history of gemstones and how they have been used: • Within fortune-telling and for their magical properties • For their astrological associations • In rituals, as symbols and talismans
Author: G. F. Kunz
Author: Isidore KozminskyThe Curious Lore of Precious Stones
Author: George Frederick KunzPublisher: Andesite Press
ISBN: 9781375683685
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 530
Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Curious Lore of Precious Stones (Illustrated)
Author: George Frederick KunzPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
AN IN-DEPTH LOOK INTO GEMSTONES Have you ever wondered about the properties of precious stones like emeralds, amethysts, and agates? This book investigates their uses in history and practices like medicine, magic, and in jewelry. DETAILS: Includes the Original Illustrations
The Curious Lore Of Precious Stones
Author: George Frederick KunzPublisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781019369012
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
First published in 1913, this book explores the cultural significance of gemstones throughout history and across various cultures. Kunz, a renowned gemologist, offers a wealth of information on the properties of different stones, as well as their symbolic meanings and uses in folk medicine, divination, and other practices. He draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, folklore, and his own extensive experience as a collector and expert. This book is both informative and entertaining, and will appeal to anyone interested in the history of gemstones and their cultural significance. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
