Publisher's Note The lore and lure of gemstones has fascinated humankind for thousands of years. Ancient astrologers believed that gemstones had special powers, storytellers wove tales around them, travelers carried them as protective talismans. In this beautifully-produced book a renowned designer of astral gemstone talismans shares his knowledge of these beautiful gems.
This striking presentation contains 161 full color plates of flawless gemstones and talismans with unparalleled commentary drawn from ancient sources largely unkown to western scholars.
Industry Reviews "...[W]ill be especially intriguing to those who believe that jewelry should be more than just ornament." Hart