A Bushel of Pearls
A Bushel of Pearls

Author: Ginger Cheng-chi Hsü

Publisher: Stanford University Press

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 354

ISBN-13: 9780804732529

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This book studies 18th-century Yangchow paintings as artistic products shaped by collective social and cultural experiences, and by constant exchanges between the artists and their audience.

The Pearl Book (4th Edition)
The Pearl Book (4th Edition)

Author: Antoinette Matlins, PG, FGA

Publisher: Turner Publishing Company

Published: 2012-02-28

Total Pages: 392

ISBN-13: 0943763878

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Know What You Want,Know What You’re Buying, Learn the Secrets to Get the Most for Your Money /Finally! Everything you need to buy beautiful pearls with confidence. Easy to Read Easy to Understand Practical Complete Instant Answers ... to All Your Questions For people who want a reliable source of information to guide them in the fascinating and complex world of pearls—natural, cultured and imitation. Filled with “insider” tips and advice to help you get what you want.

Beyond Price
Beyond Price

Author: R. A. Donkin

Publisher: American Philosophical Society

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 490

ISBN-13: 9780871692245

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Man has been intrigued by the origin of pearls, sensitive to their beauty, and convinced of their medicinal value for at least 5 cent. A mixture of folklore and observation preceded the earliest scientific inquiries. Fishing and trade commenced in S. Asia, between India and Sri Lanka and around the Persian Gulf. In W. and Central Europe, Inner Asia and China, and N. Amer. Freshwater pearls were probably known and treasured before those of marine origin. A refined nomenclature points to a long familiarity with etymologically related words for 'pearl'. Pearls were prominent among the luxury products of world trade and were high among the objectives of expeditions to the eastern and western Tropics. Illustrations.

The Pearl Book
The Pearl Book

Author: Antoinette L. Matlins

Publisher: Gemstone Press

Published: 2001-10

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 0943763355

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With today's finest cultured pearls rivaling diamond, ruby, emerald and sapphire in terms of popularity, rarity and price, more and more people are searching for a reliable source of information to guide them in the fascinating and complex world of pearls-natural, cultured and imitation. This revised and updated 3rd edition is a comprehensive, authoritative guide that tells readers everything they need to know about pearls to fully understand and appreciate them, and avoid any unexpected-and costly-disappointments, now and in future generations.