The Book of the Pearl: Its History, Art, Science, and IndustryCourier Corporation, 1 jan 2001 - 548 pagina's This monumental, profusely illustrated volume by two noted authorities is probably the largest single collection of data on the subject of pearls. Its enormous amount of detailed information covers their origin and history, structure, and form; the pearl fisheries of Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas; fascinating facts and lore on pearl-culture and pearl-farming; the gem's mystical and medicinal properties; famous pearl collections around the world; and much more. Over 180 illustrations enhance the highly readable text, sure to intrigue any lover of gems. |
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EAST AFRICAN PEARL FISHERIES | 153 |
CHAPTER PAGE XI PEARLCULTURE AND PEARLFARMING | 285 |
MYSTICAL AND MEDICINAL PROPERTIES OF PEARLS | 301 |
VALUES AND COMMERCE OF PEARLS | 319 |
TREATMENT AND CARE OF PEARLS | 375 |
PEARLS AS USED IN ORNAMENTS AND DECORATION | 403 |
FAMOUS PEARLS AND COLLECTIONS | 449 |
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