Les lapidaires de l'antiquité et du moyen âge; Volume 1

<p><i>Les lapidaires de l'antiquité et du moyen âge</i> Volume 1 explores the fascinating history and lore surrounding precious stones from ancient times through the medieval period. This meticulously researched work delves into the significance of gems in various cultures examining their use in jewelry religious artifacts and medicine. Authored by H Courel F de Mély (1851-) and C E Ruelle this volume offers a comprehensive overview of lapidary knowledge drawing upon historical texts and archaeological findings. A valuable resource for historians art enthusiasts and anyone interested in the enduring allure of gemstones.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>