A pearl merchant follows the gem from its growth inside the oyster under tropical seas, through the hands of divers who brave sharks and the traders who carry it, to the jewel cases of the great. Along the way he gathers legends and superstitions, the history of pearl fashions, and practical chapters on varieties, colour, flaws and value.
An engaging blend of romance and trade knowledge for anyone curious about jewellery and its history. Download the free EPUB.