The book of insight into commerce : kitab al-tabassur bi al-tijarah

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: al-Jahid, Abu 'Uthman 'Amr ibn Bahr (Author), Adi Setia Mohd. Dom (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia : IBFIM , c2012
Subjects:
Table of Contents:
  • 1. Section on recognizing gold and silver, and their assaying
  • 2. Section on examining the important precious gemstones and their value
  • 3. Section on identifying fragrances, perfumeries and wholesome aromas
  • 4. Section in identifying textiles and their good quality
  • 5. Section on valuable commodities, goods, slave-girls, gemstones and other merchandise imported from all the various countries
  • 6. Section on the most coveted of the falcons, Indian falcons, hawks, and sakers, and other predatory birds
  • 7. Final section