TAGORE, Sourindro Mohun. Mani-Málá or a Treatise on Gems, Calcutta: I. C. Bose, 1879-81, 2 volumes, 8vo, FIRST EDITION, engraved title, 9 lithographed plates only (of 10), in native Indian languages and English (engraved title and one plate laid down, small wormholes throughout, final text leaf of volume one with laminated repairs), later cloth-backed boards gilt, slipcase. [Sinkankas 6475] (2)

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TAGORE, Sourindro Mohun. Mani-Málá or a Treatise on Gems, Calcutta: I. C. Bose, 1879-81, 2 volumes, 8vo, FIRST EDITION, engraved title, 9 lithographed plates only (of 10), in native Indian languages and English (engraved title and one plate laid down, small wormholes throughout, final text leaf of volume one with laminated repairs), later cloth-backed boards gilt, slipcase. [Sinkankas 6475] (2)

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"On all accounts one of the most remarkable and important works on gems ever published, particularly so because its Indian author stresses the knowledge of gems and their cultural significance in Indian lands. For information on Indian gems, one must ultimately seek out and consult this splendid work." (Sinkankas)

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