About this title: Definitive study of the magical abilities of precious stones. Wide range of sources -- Greek, Latin documents, medieval lapidaries, Eddas, Egyptian writings, Oriental books, the Bible. 65 plates, 8 in color.
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Description: Good. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. Shipped to over one million happy customers. Your purchase benefits world literacy! read more
Description: Good. B0027BOVMS Paperback with heavy shelf-wear, rubbing, fraying, tears, fading, smudges, stains, chipping and bumping to covers, edges, corners, and spine. There are one or more severe cover tears and small pieces missing. Inside pages are free from underlining, note taking, and/or highlighting. Book is in stock and ready to ship same or next business day. Select Expedited shipping and receive your book within 3-5 business days. Buy with confidence! Please leave feedback after your purchase ... read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Dover Publications
Date Published: 1971
ISBN-13:9780486222271ISBN:0486222276
Description: Very Good. Slight creasing. No store stamps or marks. Slight edgewear. Foremost gemologist presents definitive study of the magical abilities and strange characteristics of precious stones. Wide range of sources-Greek, Latin documents, medieval lapidaries, Eddas, Egyptian writings, Oriental gem books, the Bible-reveal magic, occult, medicinal and religious uses of dozens of gems. 65 plates, 8 in color. read more
Description: Very Good. No DJ Issued. Very good. No dust jacket as issued. Pencil notes on inside both covers; otherwise very good copy, minor bend in front cover Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 406 p. Contains: Illustrations. Audience: General/trade. read more
Edition: 7th Printing
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Halcyon House, New York
Date Published: 1938
Description: B/W and Color Illustrations. Very Good. 6 1/4 x 9" 406 pages with 86 illustrations in color, doubletone and line. A description of precious stones, their sentiments and folk lore, superstitions, symbolism, mysticism, use in medicine, birthstones, and so much more. Minor shelf wear, previous owners name on first paste down. read more
Edition: SEVENTH EDITION
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Halcyon House
Date Published: 1938
Description: Good. Size: 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall; no dust jacket, 406 pp, good-condition, black cloth, gilt title, etc. to spine, blind stamp title, etc. to front cover, lettering to spine somewhat faded, color frontis, color illustrations, shelfwear to cover, slight rubbing to corners and edges, light browning to page edges, minor browning to pages, inside endpaper split front binding and some watermarks to upper pages. A description of their sentiments and folk lore, superstitions, symbolism, mysticism, ... read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: General Books
Date Published: 2009
ISBN-13:9781458913692ISBN:1458913694
Description: BRAND NEW PAPERBACK. 5.98 by 9 inches. This book is printed on demand [allow 1-2 weeks for printing]. (00328 pages) lang=english accessory: no accessory (Paperback ) read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: General Books LLC
Date Published: 2009
ISBN-13:9781458913692ISBN:1458913694
Description: New. BRAND NEW and ready for dispatch. Delivery normally within 4/7 days. Our reputation is built on our Speedy Delivery Service and our Customer Service Team. read more
Description: Cloth. Very Good/Good. 7th Printing. 8vo. Prev. owner's bkplate on fr pastedown, o/w clean and tight interior. Dj lightly chipped around the edges. Absolutely clean boards. read more
Description: 1938, 1st Halcyon House edition, seventh printing of the first edition, very good condition, with a facsimile color dust jacket, 406 pages. The description and lore of precious stones, rubies, emeralds, garnets, opals, crystals, sapphires, turquoise, etc. Some of the superstitions around these stones include; symbolism, crystal gazing, lucky stones, talismans, etc. With eighty six illustrations, some in color. read more
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