[De Virtutibus Lapidum] The Virtues of Stones Attributed to Damigeron

Translated from the Old Latin and Classical Greek by Patricia P. Tahil

Publishing: 2005 Ars Obscura Press First Edition, Second Print limited to 1000 numbered copies this being #3

Out of print, and scarce. Books from Ars Obscura Press are now out of print and have become increasingly elusive. Ars Obscura was a small independent publisher based in Pioneer Square, Seattle, specializing in occult-related works. It was founded by the eccentric bookbinder and publisher Joel Radcliffe (1953-2020). He was also known for his collaboration with Ouroboros Press, producing many finely bound limited editions over the years.

classic ancient text about the magical properties and lore of gemstones…“Dating from the Second Century B.C. in Arabia, this classic has been translated from the Old Latin and Classical Greek. An emphasis on completeness is exhibited in the publishing of this work; in this translation the original Latin and Greek are printed in the latter half of the book. Also included are the complete Latin footnotes. The luster from the blend of historical curiosity and the power of stones create a unique tone and brilliant insight into the diverse magickal/ritual and healing uses of gemstones. Fifty gemstones are mentioned. In the history of lapidaries,De Virtutibus Lapidum, by the Mage Damigeron represents one of our deepest roots of an ancient source of the base for our contemporary literature and knowledge on the magickal lore of gemstones. This is possibly the oldest in the West and Near East.”

Condition: blue cloth, gilt title to spine, only a few minor scuff marks to the jackets, Fine condition