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Pearls And Pearling (1913)

Pearls And Pearling (1913)

Vertrees, Herbert Harvey

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesEnvironmental StudiesGeneral Military History

ISBN10: 1104275872
ISBN13: 9781104275877
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 2 2009
Pages: 208
Weight: 1.05
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Pearls And Pearling is a comprehensive guide to the history, production, and trade of pearls written by Herbert Harvey Vertrees and first published in 1913. The book covers the natural and cultured pearl industry, from the ancient world to the early 20th century, with a focus on the techniques used to harvest and cultivate pearls. It also explores the cultural significance of pearls throughout history, from their use in religious ceremonies to their role in fashion and adornment. The author provides detailed descriptions of the various types of pearls, their characteristics, and their value. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and drawings, including images of famous pearls and the people involved in the pearl industry. Pearls And Pearling is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of pearls and their enduring appeal.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. 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 their original work.

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