9781332638321 - Gewinnung, Verarbeitung Und Handel Des Bernsteins in Preussen Von Der Ordenszeit Bis Zur Gegenwart Classic Reprint : Eine Studie Classic Reprint by W Tesdorpf (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the history of amber acquisition, processing, and trade in the Duchy of Prussia from the 13th to the 19th centuries. It is a meticulously researched and comprehensive account that positions amber within the broader social, economic, and political context of its time. The author follows the evolution of amber use from a coveted object of trade in the Middle Ages, through its administration as a state monopoly, to the establishment of an organized craft guild system that dominated its production, up until the eventual privatization of the industry in the 19th century. This book is not only a valuable resource for understanding the role of amber in Prussian history but also offers insights into the broader development of state monopolies, craft guilds, and natural resource management practices. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.