A Hand-book of Precious Stones by Meyer D. Rothschild
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"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.)
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| Author | Rothschild, Meyer D. |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 08037255 |
| Title | A Hand-book of Precious Stones |
| Alternate Title | A Handbook of Precious Stones |
| Credits |
Produced by Paul Marshall and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QE: Science: Geology |
| LoC Class | TS: Technology: Manufactures |
| Subject | Precious stones |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 60512 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-60512-8 |
| Release Date | Oct 17, 2019 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 564 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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