Notes on Turquois in the East (1913)

""Notes on Turquoise in the East"" is a book written by Berthold Laufer and originally published in 1913. The book is a detailed account of turquoise, a semi-precious gemstone, in the context of Eastern cultures. Laufer explores the history, mythology, and cultural significance of turquoise in various regions of the East, including China, Persia, and Tibet. The book also includes a comprehensive analysis of the mineralogy and geology of turquoise, as well as its use in jewelry and decorative arts. Laufer's work is considered a seminal text on the subject of turquoise and remains a valuable resource for scholars and collectors of gemstones and Eastern art.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.