Pure Sea
Glass is an incredible reference for any coastal enthusiast. More than 200
elegant images by photographer Celia Pearson present some of the best sea glass
ever collected, along with samples of the classical glassware that is often its
source.
Author
Richard LaMotte provides tremendous detail on all aspects of identifying sea
glass, its historical significance, ways to assess rarity, and the most
advantageous locations and times to search for it.
The reader
also is introduced to the science of how sea glass develops its uniquely
frosted patina. LaMotte explains how crystalline formations on the surface
ofsea glass shards transform them into highly prized gems.
The book's
colorrating scale is based on an intensive study of more than 30,000 pieces of
sea glass. It helps readers determine how rare each piece in their own
collections might be.
A
comprehensive assemblage of antique bottles and tableware informs the reader
while paying tribute to the great American glass industry prior to
mass-production.
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