A Memoir On The Diamond (1831) - John Murray - Bog

A Memoir On The Diamond is a book written by John Murray and first published in 1831. The book is a memoir of Murray's life as a diamond merchant in the early 19th century. Murray provides a detailed account of his experiences in the diamond trade, including his travels to diamond mines in Brazil, India, and Africa, and his dealings with other diamond merchants and buyers. The book also includes Murray's observations on the diamond industry and the market for diamonds during his time. He discusses the quality and value of diamonds, the methods used to mine and cut them, and the factors that influence their price. Murray's memoir provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of diamond trading in the early 19th century and sheds light on the history of the diamond industry. Overall, A Memoir On The Diamond is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of diamonds or the diamond trade. It offers a unique perspective on the industry from someone who was intimately involved in it during a pivotal time in its history.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.