De Re Metallica – Agricola, Hoover
The humanist Georgius Agricola published his book De Re Metallica in 1556. The title means something like “on metallurgy”. The work covers the mining industry and everything related to it
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Garnet Jewelry from the Czech Republic (Bohemia)
Illustrated introduction to the bright red Pyrope garnets from Bohemia, Czech Republic. Most popular in 18th and 19th century and during the Victorian Age.
Continue reading »Precious Stones for Curative Wear – William Fernie
About the book “Precious stones for curative wear” Another treasure from the past, this book, written by a medical doctor, was originally published in 1907. A virtual encyclopedia of precious
Continue reading »Luxury of Variety, Interchangeable Jewels
Add variety to your personal style without compromising quality, Farlang designer Cynthia Renee creates options using interchangeable jewels.
Continue reading »Secrets of the Gem Trade 2nd edition
Definitive book for gem connoisseurs. Learn the secrets of behind what makes one stone merely a good stone verses a truly fabulous museum-quality.
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