Discover the fascinating world of gems and precious stones with this detailed, comprehensive guide. Learn about the occurrence, value, history, and archeology of North America's most precious stones, and gain insights into some of the remarkable collections they inhabit. If you're a gem enthusiast, this book is an absolute must-read.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 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.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.