description: Magical Jewels of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance Particularly in England is a book written by Joan Evans that explores the history and significance of gemstones and jewelry during the Middle Ages and Renaissance period, with a particular focus on England. The book delves into the beliefs and superstitions surrounding these jewels, as well as their use in medicine, astrology, and magic. Evans also discusses the social and cultural significance of jewelry during this time, including its role in courtship, marriage, and status symbols. The book features detailed illustrations and photographs of various jewels and their historical contexts. Overall, Magical Jewels of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance Particularly in England offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of gemstones and jewelry during a pivotal period in history.1922. Magical Jewels and Gems in the Ancient World. The Earlier Christian Lapidaries. Lapidaries of Spain and the Nearer East. Western Mediaeval Mediaeval Popular Lapidaries; Christian Symbolic Lapidaries; Mediaeval Scientific Lapidaries. Mediaeval Lapidaries of Engraved Gems. Magical Jewels of the Middle Ages. The Lapidaries of the Sixteenth and Seventeenth Centuries. Magical Jewels of the Renaissance. The Age of The Seventeenth and Eighteenth Centuries. Illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
language: English
title: Magical Jewels of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance Particularly in England
titlecomplete: Magical Jewels of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance Particularly in England
ratings_count: 6
publisher: Kessinger Publishing