Deze auteur wijdde zijn leven aan wetenschap en openbare dienstverlening. Zijn werk omvatte mineralogie en de verzameling van mineralen. Hij was de oprichter en president van de Musea voor Vreedzame Kunsten en een leidende voorstander van de invoering van de internationale karaat als meeteenheid voor edelstenen. Hij beheerde ook een belangrijke verzameling edelstenen in het American Museum of Natural History.
The book is a facsimile reprint of a scarce antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. It aims to protect and promote cultural literature by offering an affordable, high-quality edition that remains true to the original.
The book is a facsimile reprint of an original antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance. It may include imperfections like marks and notations due to its age. The publication aims to protect and promote important literature by offering high-quality, affordable modern editions that remain true to the original text, ensuring cultural heritage is accessible to readers.
This book offers a fascinating exploration of the references to precious stones found in Shakespeare's works. Kunz's commentary covers a wide range of topics, including mineralogy, symbolism, and the social contexts of gemstones in early modern England. This book will appeal to fans of Shakespeare and gemstone enthusiasts alike.
Explore the world of semi-precious stones, gems, jewelers' materials, and ornamental stones from California in this beautifully illustrated guide by George Frederick Kunz.
The book is a facsimile reprint of a scarce antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. Emphasizing its cultural importance, the edition aims to protect and promote literary heritage by providing an affordable, high-quality version that remains true to the original text.