George Frederick Kunz

George Frederick Kunz was a renowned American mineralogist and gemologist, born in 1856. He specialized in studying and identifying gemstones, contributing significantly to the understanding and appreciation of their beauty and rarity. Kunz worked closely with jewelers and the jewelry industry, and served as a consultant for the Tiffany & Co. jewelry company. He authored numerous books and articles, helping to popularize knowledge about gemstones and minerals. His work advanced gemology as a scientific discipline and helped preserve the cultural and monetary value of precious stones. Kunz remains a prominent figure in the history of mineralogy and gemology.