Semi-Precious Stones - A Historical Article on Agate, Amber, Amethyst and Many Other Varieties of Gemstones
| By: | Edwin W. Streeter |
| Publisher: | Read Books Ltd. |
| Print ISBN: | 9781447420484 |
| eText ISBN: | 9781473394360 |
| Edition: | 0 |
| Format: | Reflowable |
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A classic historical essay that offers a concise yet engaging overview of a wide range of semi-precious gemstones, including agate, amber and amethyst.
Written from an early gemological perspective, the article explores their distinguishing characteristics, origins and uses, providing readers with insight into how these stones were understood and classified in the past. Ideal for those interested in the history of gemology or traditional mineral studies, it serves as a focused snapshot of gemstone knowledge from an earlier era.