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Masterpieces Of The Mineral World • By Wendell E. Wilson • Houston Museum • VG
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Type
- Hardcover
- Publication Name
- Harry N. Abrams
- ISBN-10
- 0810967510
- ISBN
- 9780810967519
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Abrams, Inc.
ISBN-10
0810967510
ISBN-13
9780810967519
eBay Product ID (ePID)
30774245
Product Key Features
Book Title
Masterpieces of the Mineral World : Treasures from the Houston Museum of Natural Science
Number of Pages
264 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Earth Sciences / Mineralogy, General, Rocks & Minerals
Publication Year
2004
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Nature, Science, History
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1.1 in
Item Weight
71 Oz
Item Length
13 in
Item Width
9.6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2004-110408
Dewey Edition
22
Grade From
Eighth Grade
Dewey Decimal
553
Grade To
College Graduate Student
Synopsis
The collection of natural mineral crystals housed at the Houston Museum of Natural Science is the finest and best known in the world. Now the treasures of this singular collection are shown in resplendent photographs that will seduce both the connoisseur of beauty and the student of natural history., The collection of natural mineral crystals housed at the Houston Museum of Natural Science is the finest and best known in the world. Now the treasures of this singular collection are shown in resplendent photographs that will seduce both the connoisseur of beauty and the student of natural history. The spectacular and rare specimens on display here, from a huge imperial topaz crystal weighing more than 2,000 carats to a crystallized gold cluster that is one of the most highly coveted objects in the mineral kingdom, are true masterpieces, the Rembrandts and Picassos of the natural world. Like fine art, minerals are prized for their aesthetic qualities--color, luster, sculptural composition--and for their provenance. Avidly pursued by naturalists throughout the centuries, precious metals and gem crystals have a fascinating history. Stories regarding the pursuit and discovery of these precious natural objects, including tales of good luck and hardship, are related in these pages. Essays that explore connoisseurship in the mineral kingdom and chronicle the history of this noble pursuit add to the appeal of this unique volume.
LC Classification Number
QE363.8.H68 2004
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