W r cattelle (26 risultati)

Hardcover. Condizione: Poor. No Jacket. J. B. Lippincott Company Former library book. Has been repaired by replacing the spine and meanding the hinges. Has been glued back into its covers after being shaken loose. Solid binding. Moderate edgewear on the boards. Moderate shelf wear. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item. Ex-Library.…

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condizione: New.

Condizione: New.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the captivating world of precious stones, from their geological origins to their allure in jewelry. It provides a comprehensive guide to identifying and evaluating their beauty and value. Learn about the properties that make diamonds sparkle, the history of rubies, and the legends surrounding emeralds. With insights from experts and historical accounts, this book captures the multifaceted nature of precious stones, revealing their significance in human history, culture, and the realm of fine jewelry. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware.

Gilt Cloth. Condizione: Near Fine. PP 435 with 17 b&w illustrations. Gift inscription dated May 1, 1911 on first blank else near fine. Excellent work on the subject, describing the diamond through history, famous diamonds, the mines, commercial use and ornament, etc. (Sinkankas #192).

Hardcover. pp. 212 plus appendix, index and plates. 8vo. Bound in brown pebbled cloth with gilt lettering to spine. Marbled end papers. General scuffing and some white discolouration to boards, ink inscription to initial page, light foxing throughout and some wear to page ends of fore-edge; very good-.…

Encuadernación de tapa dura. Condizione: Aceptable. G48197. Lipppincott Company - 376pp En inglés. Encuadernación floja. IR.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to the captivating world of diamonds, exploring their historical significance, inherent qualities, and global impact. The author, drawing upon years of research, reveals how diamonds, long treasured for their beauty and hardness, played a pivotal role in shaping ancient societies, driving territorial conquests, and fueling the growth of trade networks. The text meticulously traces the evolution of diamond mining, from its early origins in India to the sprawling African mines that shape the industry today. This book delves into the scientific mysteries surrounding diamond formation, offering insights into the geological processes that give these magnificent gems their unique properties. Additionally, it provides practical guidance on evaluating diamonds for quality, authenticity, and value. By combining historical narrative with scientific exploration, this book illuminates the fascinating journey of diamonds, from their humble beginnings to their status as symbols of enduring beauty, love, and wealth. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Hardcover. Octavo, 376 pages. In Very Good minus condition. Bound in blue-gray cloth with white lettering on spine. Minor shelf wear. Sunning to spine and edges of boards. Bumping to corners. Fraying to cloth on spine. Age-toning to interior pages. Bookplate on front paste-down. Features illustrations throughout. Shelved in Collectibles & Antiques. From the collection of Silvio Bedini. Bedini spent twenty five years at the Smithsonian Institution, serving as curator in the Department of Mechanical and Civil Engineering in the new Museum of History and Technology (now the National Museum of American History) before serving as first Assistant Director then Deputy Director of the National Museum of History and Technology. He then served as Keeper of Rare Books at the Dibner Library of the History of Science and Technology, a branch of the Smithsonian Institution Libraries, before becoming a Historian Emeritus. He specialized in early scientific instruments. 1379201. Shelved Dupont Bookstore.…

First edition hard back binding in publisher's original aqua green cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back and front, top edge gilt, others untrimmed. 8vo. 8½'' x 6''. According to an article on Cape Diamonds that appeared in Modern Jeweler Magazine in January 2011, London Jeweler and author Edwin Streeter devoted an entire chapter to the momentous Cape Diamond finds in his book 'Precious Stones' written in 1884. The article then indicates that when W. R. Cattelle, another prominent London Jeweler, published this book 'The Diamond' in 1911, that the term 'Cape Diamonds' was used to describe diamonds with a slight to pronounced yellowish cast. Contains frontispiece, 433 pp with 16 full-page single-sided monochrome archive photographs throughout, followed by 8 diagrammatic plates, 16 pp publisher's catalogue. End papers cracked and repaired, hot ring mark to the front and rear covers, no dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. MINING & GEOLOGY.…

Condizione: New. Print on Demand.

Condizione: New. Print on Demand.

Condizione: New. PRINT ON DEMAND.

Paperback / softback. Condizione: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 476 pages. 9.00x6.00x1.10 inches. This item is printed on demand.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Precious Stones | A Book Of Reference For Jewellers (1903) | W. R. Cattelle | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2007 | Kessinger Publishing, LLC | EAN 9780548597132 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand.…