Used for centuries as a decorative artefact, amber was also treasured for its perceived magical powers, crafted into charms and amulets to heal and ward off evils spirits. Amber also has the unique capacity to preserve fragile life that is millions of years old, opening a special window into the past. At the National Museum of Scotland 10 May-8 September highlights of its amber collection plus loans from the V&A will be brought together for the first time. With over a hundred illustrations, this book reveals the origins, properties and uses of amazing amber.
- ISBN10 1905267797
- ISBN13 9781905267798
- Publish Date 20 May 2013
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 7 July 2021
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint NMSE - Publishing Ltd
- Format Paperback (US Trade)
- Pages 48
- Language English