The Allure of Turquoise
2nd Edition
Published on 1. November 2005
Book
Paperback/Softback
108 pages
978-0-937206-87-4 (ISBN)
Description
This second edition of The Allure of Turquoise offers an illuminating look at the cherished gemstone that has come to symbolize the culture and history of the Southwest.
The powerful allure of New Mexico's crown jewel comes alive through a diverse collection of feature stories contributed by some of the state's best writers. Their work delves into many facets of turquoise, from the miracle of its geological creation and its centuries-old mining history to its significance and use in the lives of Native Americans.
Intriguing chapters touch on the mystery of old pawn, the treasures that reside in the world's first Turquoise Museum, the innovative artistry of New Mexico's contemporary Native jewelers, and how to distinguish the genuine article from cheap imitations. Readers will find plenty of turquoise lore and a fascinating essay on the strange-but-true relationship between ants and the blue-green stone.
The powerful allure of New Mexico's crown jewel comes alive through a diverse collection of feature stories contributed by some of the state's best writers. Their work delves into many facets of turquoise, from the miracle of its geological creation and its centuries-old mining history to its significance and use in the lives of Native Americans.
Intriguing chapters touch on the mystery of old pawn, the treasures that reside in the world's first Turquoise Museum, the innovative artistry of New Mexico's contemporary Native jewelers, and how to distinguish the genuine article from cheap imitations. Readers will find plenty of turquoise lore and a fascinating essay on the strange-but-true relationship between ants and the blue-green stone.
More details
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Santa Fe
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
Revised edition
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 228 mm
Width: 178 mm
Thickness: 9 mm
Weight
376 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-937206-87-4 (9780937206874)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Arnold Vigil is book editor for New Mexico Magazine.
Content
Exploring the Miracle of Turquoise; The Allure of Turquoise Through the Centuries; Turquoise and the Native American; Young Native Jewellers Signal Changing of the Guard; Buyer Beware: Hidden Facets of Turquoise; Copycats Flood the Market; The Plight of the Old Pawn; New Mexico's Crown Jewel Shines at the Turquoise Museum; Jeweller Strives to Preserve Cerrillos Mines; Ants and Turquoise: A Discerning Relationship; Sentimental Journeys of the Turquoise Room; The Turquoise Trail Remains Timeless.