The Book of the Pearl : its History, Art, Science and Industry (Dover Jewelry and Metalwork)

In a classic treatise on this ancient symbol of perfection, Tiffany and Co. gem authority Kunz (d. 1932) and a US fisheries expert survey the history of pearls, pearl fisheries globally, their alleged mystical/ medicinal properties, value, commerce, care, use, and famous examples. Color illustrations in the original Century Co. edition appear in b&w among the some 180 illustrations in this replication. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)