gems, jade, Fischer-Book

Rosenbusch commemorates Leopold Heinrich Fischer (1817–1886), reviewing his life, academic career, and scientific work. Particular attention is given to Fischer’s mineralogical and petrographic investigations and to his extensive studies of prehistoric stone implements, especially objects described as nephrite, jadeite, and related materials. The obituary discusses Fischer’s efforts to apply mineralogical methods to archaeological questions, including the identification and geographical distribution of jade implements, and assesses his contributions to mineralogy, petrography, and prehistoric archaeology.