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The Book of the Pearl by George Frederick Kunz (Book)

$2,750
£2,102.52
€2,421.68
CA$3,853.59
A$4,302.17
CHF 2,254.27
MX$52,662.84
NOK 28,629.31
SEK 26,993.81
DKK 18,073.25

About the Item

This scarce book dating from 1908, is by two noted experts in the field and is now a rare and important work of reference on the history of the pearl and the pearling industry, with over one hundred illustrations - some of which are in colour showing a number of Royal portraits including the then Czarina of Russia. There are also 5 maps showing pearl producing areas. 578 pages with hardback covers having gilded decorations. The standard work on this subject.
  • Creator:
    Kunz
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.5 in (292.1 mm)Depth: 2.5 in (63.5 mm)Length: 8 in (203.2 mm)
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1908
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    North Yorkshire, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4854362831

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