Delve into the magical realm of gemstones with George Frederick Kunz's comprehensive work, presented in a luxurious hardback gift edition with gilded page edges. Kunz, America's first professional gemologist, explores the occult and magical properties of gemstones, covering worldwide beliefs. From scrying to astrological and medicinal applications, and historical perspectives, this treasury offers a fascinating glimpse into the mystical allure of gemstones. Adorned with ivory pages, patterned endpapers, and a gold embossed cover, it's part of the Mystic Archives series, known for its beautiful presentation and exploration of esoteric arts.