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Excerpt from Gems and Gem Minerals Mr. William K. Higley has given the details of preparation of the plates and typographical execution of the work much careful attention, and the writer is indebted to him for other assistance and courtesies. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Book Synopsis Gems and Gem Minerals (Classic Reprint) by : Oliver Cummings Earrington
Download or read book Gems and Gem Minerals (Classic Reprint) written by Oliver Cummings Earrington and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2018-02-04 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Gems and Gem Minerals Mr. William K. Higley has given the details of preparation of the plates and typographical execution of the work much careful attention, and the writer is indebted to him for other assistance and courtesies. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Excerpt from Gems, Selected From the Antique: With Illustrations Loves to astonish by diminished roams And the consummate character to bring Within the compass of the costly ring; Delightful talent of the patient hand, Gaining o'er life such delicate command. The heroes of old time were proud to wear. The seal engraven with ingenious care. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Book Synopsis Gems, Selected from the Antique by : Richard Dagley
Download or read book Gems, Selected from the Antique written by Richard Dagley and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-07-19 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Gems, Selected From the Antique: With Illustrations Loves to astonish by diminished roams And the consummate character to bring Within the compass of the costly ring; Delightful talent of the patient hand, Gaining o'er life such delicate command. The heroes of old time were proud to wear. The seal engraven with ingenious care. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Excerpt from Gems, Principally From the Antique In the following designs the selection has been made chiefly with a view to their capability Of supplying topics for poetry, - rather as Objects of taste than of virtu. The drawings are necessarily slight and unlaboured; though it is hoped that the character of the originals is preserved. Finished designs of gems are seldom found in the greater collections; for no excellence of the en graver can satisfy the eye Of the antiquary - and true taste will prefer an accurate indication, to the studied and finished Oopying of forms, whose delicacy and sweet ness are beyond all power of the burin. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Book Synopsis Gems, Principally From the Antique (Classic Reprint) by : Richard Dagley
Download or read book Gems, Principally From the Antique (Classic Reprint) written by Richard Dagley and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2018-01-30 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Gems, Principally From the Antique In the following designs the selection has been made chiefly with a view to their capability Of supplying topics for poetry, - rather as Objects of taste than of virtu. The drawings are necessarily slight and unlaboured; though it is hoped that the character of the originals is preserved. Finished designs of gems are seldom found in the greater collections; for no excellence of the en graver can satisfy the eye Of the antiquary - and true taste will prefer an accurate indication, to the studied and finished Oopying of forms, whose delicacy and sweet ness are beyond all power of the burin. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Book Synopsis Gems by the Way-side by : Mrs. L. G. Abell
Download or read book Gems by the Way-side written by Mrs. L. G. Abell and published by . This book was released on 1853 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Excerpt from La Teste's Poetical Gems The pride of the Sovereign, and glory of Dee. How grand his career from the day of his grooming, Till the ebb-tide of life swept the gem from our shore Tho' high in position, still the most unassuming. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Book Synopsis La Teste's Poetical Gems (Classic Reprint) by : La Teste
Download or read book La Teste's Poetical Gems (Classic Reprint) written by La Teste and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2018-03-22 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from La Teste's Poetical Gems The pride of the Sovereign, and glory of Dee. How grand his career from the day of his grooming, Till the ebb-tide of life swept the gem from our shore Tho' high in position, still the most unassuming. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Excerpt from History of the Gems Found in North Carolina Chapter I gives a brief historical sketch of gem mining in the State, but detailed accounts are given in many instances under the head of the individual mineral. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Book Synopsis History of the Gems Found in North Carolina (Classic Reprint) by : George Frederick Kunz
Download or read book History of the Gems Found in North Carolina (Classic Reprint) written by George Frederick Kunz and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-10-22 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from History of the Gems Found in North Carolina Chapter I gives a brief historical sketch of gem mining in the State, but detailed accounts are given in many instances under the head of the individual mineral. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Excerpt from The Natural History of Gems or Decorative Stones To avoid unnecessary repetition, reference is occasion ally made in this volume to its companion on 'precious Stones, ' but to no great extent, it having been my object to render each division of my subject complete in itself. For the same reason, some observations properly belonging to the other Part, have_been reintroduced in this, when absolutely required for the elucidation of the points under consideration. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Book Synopsis The Natural History of Gems Or Decorative Stones (Classic Reprint) by : C. W. King
Download or read book The Natural History of Gems Or Decorative Stones (Classic Reprint) written by C. W. King and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2018-02-14 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Natural History of Gems or Decorative Stones To avoid unnecessary repetition, reference is occasion ally made in this volume to its companion on 'precious Stones, ' but to no great extent, it having been my object to render each division of my subject complete in itself. For the same reason, some observations properly belonging to the other Part, have_been reintroduced in this, when absolutely required for the elucidation of the points under consideration. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Excerpt from Gems, Jewelers' Materials, and Ornamental Stones of California The diamonds found in the gravels are neither numerous nor large, but some of them are beautiful and all of them possess much interest Their occurrence will be described further on in some detail. All have been found incidentally, and no search for them has ever been made. One or two suggestions, however, may be Offered here' About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Book Synopsis Gems, Jewelers' Materials, and Ornamental Stones of California (Classic Reprint) by : George Frederick Kunz
Download or read book Gems, Jewelers' Materials, and Ornamental Stones of California (Classic Reprint) written by George Frederick Kunz and published by . This book was released on 2016-06-22 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Gems, Jewelers' Materials, and Ornamental Stones of California The diamonds found in the gravels are neither numerous nor large, but some of them are beautiful and all of them possess much interest Their occurrence will be described further on in some detail. All have been found incidentally, and no search for them has ever been made. One or two suggestions, however, may be Offered here' About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Excerpt from Gems From Holmes Or kiss more cheeks than one? I warrant Katy did no more Than many a Kate has done. To an insect.care not much for gold or land: Give me a mortgage here and there, Some good bank-stock, some note of hand, Or tri ing railroad share; I only ask that Fortune send A little more than I can spend. @cntentment. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works."
Book Synopsis Gems From Holmes (Classic Reprint) by : Oliver Wendell Holmes
Download or read book Gems From Holmes (Classic Reprint) written by Oliver Wendell Holmes and published by . This book was released on 2016-06-22 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Gems From Holmes Or kiss more cheeks than one? I warrant Katy did no more Than many a Kate has done. To an insect.care not much for gold or land: Give me a mortgage here and there, Some good bank-stock, some note of hand, Or tri ing railroad share; I only ask that Fortune send A little more than I can spend. @cntentment. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works."
Excerpt from Gems Gems in their appeal are like the stars. They enchant the eye, they stir the imagination. Then, as with cats and clocks, they are "company." A valuable stone is the one thing that endures. Lace is soon a rag, velvet impossible, flowers dead; but a jewel, if treated kindly, lives forever. It is indeed almost as indestructible as truth or a mighty love. The very word evokes a picture. Is there a richer syllable than "gem"? With the jeweler it means the finest of its kind. But the scholars say a gem, whether of emerald or quartz, is not a gem unless engraved. Other times, other manners. These days the art of gem engraving scarcely exists, while precious stones are everywhere. Before a fine specimen, "gem" leaps to the lips involuntarily. It is suggested that the business classification be known as gemology in distinction from the mineralogy of science. Treatises on gems, comparatively few, difficult of access, generally reference books, are often tough reading. The scientist may be great and useful, but for the neophyte he has scant regard. It seemed as if a small volume, depicting in simple words the salient features of precious stones, garnering from the huge harvest of research the easily assimilable, might not come amiss. If we cannot know all, let us at least grasp something from that vast world of interesting facts to which so many women who wear jewels and men who buy and sell them seem indifferent. Gems have many sides, and even laymen may attain a few. Nothing is more bewildering to the beginner than the manner in which the various mineral families masquerade in one another's clothing. It would be no trick at all were the garnet always red, the sapphire always blue, the topaz always yellow, as at first we suppose. Nature seems positively to enjoy playing pranks which turn all preconceived notions topsy-turvy. Increasing experience confers that sixth sense which gradually distinguishes one family from another. Yet even experts, to be absolutely sure, must sometimes resort to scientific tests. These are the triumphs of modem times over the simple file of the ancients. Now, hardness, specific gravity, refraction, dispersion, dichroicism, by means of delicate and often inexpensive instruments, can precisely be determined. To own a few good stones is an education. Like pictures, their qualities come out only in close association. A judiciously purchased collection may prove a good investment. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Book Synopsis Gems (Classic Reprint) by : Helen Barlett Bridgman
Download or read book Gems (Classic Reprint) written by Helen Barlett Bridgman and published by . This book was released on 2015-08-04 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Gems Gems in their appeal are like the stars. They enchant the eye, they stir the imagination. Then, as with cats and clocks, they are "company." A valuable stone is the one thing that endures. Lace is soon a rag, velvet impossible, flowers dead; but a jewel, if treated kindly, lives forever. It is indeed almost as indestructible as truth or a mighty love. The very word evokes a picture. Is there a richer syllable than "gem"? With the jeweler it means the finest of its kind. But the scholars say a gem, whether of emerald or quartz, is not a gem unless engraved. Other times, other manners. These days the art of gem engraving scarcely exists, while precious stones are everywhere. Before a fine specimen, "gem" leaps to the lips involuntarily. It is suggested that the business classification be known as gemology in distinction from the mineralogy of science. Treatises on gems, comparatively few, difficult of access, generally reference books, are often tough reading. The scientist may be great and useful, but for the neophyte he has scant regard. It seemed as if a small volume, depicting in simple words the salient features of precious stones, garnering from the huge harvest of research the easily assimilable, might not come amiss. If we cannot know all, let us at least grasp something from that vast world of interesting facts to which so many women who wear jewels and men who buy and sell them seem indifferent. Gems have many sides, and even laymen may attain a few. Nothing is more bewildering to the beginner than the manner in which the various mineral families masquerade in one another's clothing. It would be no trick at all were the garnet always red, the sapphire always blue, the topaz always yellow, as at first we suppose. Nature seems positively to enjoy playing pranks which turn all preconceived notions topsy-turvy. Increasing experience confers that sixth sense which gradually distinguishes one family from another. Yet even experts, to be absolutely sure, must sometimes resort to scientific tests. These are the triumphs of modem times over the simple file of the ancients. Now, hardness, specific gravity, refraction, dispersion, dichroicism, by means of delicate and often inexpensive instruments, can precisely be determined. To own a few good stones is an education. Like pictures, their qualities come out only in close association. A judiciously purchased collection may prove a good investment. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
