Kunz, G. F. & Stevenson, C. H., The Book Of The Pearl: The History, Art, Science and Industry of the Queen of Gems, Century Co., NY, 1908. 1st Edition, Some soiling on cover, spine sunned and faded, contents Fine. “A beautiful example of modern book design, executed in high quality material is prized not only for the enormous amount of information…indeed still unmatched in any work since.” $975.00
Kunz, G. F., Gems and Precious Stones of North America, The Scientific Publishing Company, 1890, 1st Edition. Some damage to center plate otherwise VG. "Kunz first major work...the first systematic and thouough monograph of the subject of gemstones in North America." Sinkankas 3653. $475.00.
Kunz was the most celebrated gemologist of the 19th Century. Prices of his first editions have doubled and in some cases tripled in value in the last 10 years.
Please visit on AIGS forum abt 30th Year of AIGS Celebration.
Please give your view and comment. This event would take place in 2008. I have met Henry and he did mention about you.
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