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# Stoned: Jewelry, Obsession, and How Desire Shapes the World

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Review: Loved this book, you will enjoy reading it too! - really enjoyed reading this book! It has history, science, finance, anthropology, psychology, history....and its so easy to read at the same time. Fascinating writer. I bought another title from the same writer "the truth about lies" will review that one later.
Review: I like the point made that value is perception - This book will appeal to anyone who likes history and the behind the scenes history, too. I like the point made that value is perception. Though I'm not sure that the argument extends to pearls. The whole story of Mikimoto was entertaining. His goal was to make pearls available to every woman. But last time I checked pearls (and today they are all cultured) have retained their value, and I agree with the author, I most likely have never seen a real pearl. That said I used to know Ed Henderson, Head of Minerology at the Smithsonian (Natural History Museum). I had the priviledge few have experienced in seeing some of the jewels he was assigned to collect. There are drawers and drawers of donations from those in power.. like a exquisite emerald and diamond bracelet donated by a Tzar, and of course the more recognizable Hope Diamond. . I remember he pulled out a crown made of tourquoise. Ed put it on my head... it was heavy. It was commissioned by the Empress Maria Theresa of Austria. I mention her because she is a prominent historical figure in the story of Marie Antoinette. My interest waned a little when I got to the story of watches, but over all it was entertaining and well researched. A fun read.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #66,488 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #9 in Antique & Collectible Jewelry (Books) #12 in Jewelry Design (Books) #17 in Jewelry Craft (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,397) |
| Dimensions  | 5.31 x 0.84 x 8 inches |
| Edition  | Reprint |
| ISBN-10  | 0062334700 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0062334701 |
| Item Weight  | 2.31 pounds |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 368 pages |
| Publication date  | November 29, 2016 |
| Publisher  | Ecco |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Loved this book, you will enjoy reading it too!
*by A***A on July 6, 2025*

really enjoyed reading this book! It has history, science, finance, anthropology, psychology, history....and its so easy to read at the same time. Fascinating writer. I bought another title from the same writer "the truth about lies" will review that one later.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ I like the point made that value is perception
*by G***N on February 28, 2016*

This book will appeal to anyone who likes history and the behind the scenes history, too. I like the point made that value is perception. Though I'm not sure that the argument extends to pearls. The whole story of Mikimoto was entertaining. His goal was to make pearls available to every woman. But last time I checked pearls (and today they are all cultured) have retained their value, and I agree with the author, I most likely have never seen a real pearl. That said I used to know Ed Henderson, Head of Minerology at the Smithsonian (Natural History Museum). I had the priviledge few have experienced in seeing some of the jewels he was assigned to collect. There are drawers and drawers of donations from those in power.. like a exquisite emerald and diamond bracelet donated by a Tzar, and of course the more recognizable Hope Diamond. . I remember he pulled out a crown made of tourquoise. Ed put it on my head... it was heavy. It was commissioned by the Empress Maria Theresa of Austria. I mention her because she is a prominent historical figure in the story of Marie Antoinette. My interest waned a little when I got to the story of watches, but over all it was entertaining and well researched. A fun read.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Interesting and broad take on jewels throughout history
*by M***5 on July 21, 2021*

At first, I didn't like way this book is written in very casual and conversational tone. However, once I got used the language, I was absorbed in the stories and historical perspectives on jewels and the role they have played in human history. There are wonderful summaries of historical events such as The Affair of the Necklace (Marie Antoinette) and Elizabeth I's battle with the Spanish Armada, told in an easy-to-grasp manner and with a great deal of humor. This book is a great read for someone with casual interest and is charming and fun enough to read poolside or at the beach.

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