Authors: KOZMINSKY, ISIDORE.

Title: The Magic and Science of Jewels and Stones.

Description: First Edition; Demy 8vo; pp. xvi, 434; coloured frontispiece "The Great Opal The Flame Queen", 5 full page coloured plates within text, numerous b/w. photographic plates, numerous b/w. text illustrations, bound in original blue cloth, title lettered in gilt on spine and upper board, top edge gilt, spine faded, back hinge starting to crack, signed and dated by the author at the end of the preface, a bright tight clean copy. SCARCE.

Comment: Isidore Israel Kominisky (1870-1940) was a well-known Melbourne esotericist and jeweller and is reputed to have been a leading member of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn. The book blends scientific knowledge with mystical traditions surrounding gemstones. Kozminsky explores not only the physical properties of various gems but also their symbolic meanings, astrological connections, and supposed spiritual and healing powers. This combination of science and mysticism makes the book valuable to a diverse audience, including jewellers, collectors, and those interested in crystal healing and esoteric traditions.

Publisher: New York; G. P. Putnam's Sons; 1922.

Price: AUD$350.00

Book ID: 127137

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