""Precious Stones"" is a comprehensive guide to the world of gemstones written by George F. Kunz and first published in 1885. The book covers a wide range of topics related to precious stones including their history, properties, sources, cutting, and uses in jewelry and other decorative arts. Kunz, who was a renowned gem expert and mineralogist, provides detailed descriptions of various gemstones such as diamonds, rubies, sapphires, emeralds, and many others. He also includes information on lesser-known gems and their unique characteristics. The book is illustrated with over 200 images of gemstones, including photographs and drawings, and includes a glossary of terms and an index. ""Precious Stones"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the world of gemstones, from collectors and jewelers to students of geology and mineralogy.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.