Gems and Jewelry Today - An Account of the Romance and Values of Gems, Jewelry, Watches and SilverwarePaperback, 14 June 2011

Contained within this scarce antiquarian book is an interesting account of the romance and values of gems, jewellery, watches, and silverware, designed to meet the needs and also the requirements of libraries and the general reader. Both detailed and accessible, this book has been written with the aim of offering a comprehensive understanding and appreciation of the traditions, history, and religious significance of gems, rings, watches, and precious metals. A wonderful book for both the amateur and professional alike, this rare book is a veritable must-have for anyone with an interest in the colourful history of gems and precious metals in cultures past and present. Chapters contained herein include: The Lure of Gems and Jewellery; The Lordly Diamond; The Queenly Pearl; Rubies, Emeralds, and Sapphires; Other Gemstones; Gemstones of the United States; Manufactured Gems; Birthstones; The Romance Rings; and many more. This book is proudly republished here complete with a new introduction to the topic.