De Lapidum Virtutibus

De Lapidum Virtutibus explores the virtues and properties of stones. Penned by Michael Psellus, a Byzantine philosopher, the text delves into the esoteric and medicinal uses of various minerals, reflecting the ancient belief that stones possess inherent powers. Edited and expanded upon by Philippe Jacques de Maussac and Johann Stephan Bernard, this edition offers a unique insight into the medieval and Renaissance understanding of mineralogy and its connection to health and well-being. This book is invaluable for those interested in the history of science, mineralogy, and the cultural beliefs surrounding the natural world. Discover the secrets of stones and their perceived influence on human life, as understood by scholars and practitioners of the past.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.