Jewel
Combining stunning photographs with expert knowledge, this book is a dazzling guide to precious stones, organic gems, and precious metals.
Discover the intriguing stories of the worlds most famous and fabulous gems, including the mysterious Hope Diamond, the stunning Koh-i-Noor of the Crown Jewels, and exquisite Fabergé eggs. Trace the history of gemmology, learn all about the key characteristics of precious and semi-precious stones, and discover the science behind some of their more unusual and mysterious properties.
With a foreword by antiques expert Judith Miller, co-founder of Millers Antiques Price Guide, and a regular presenter on BBCs The Antiques Roadshow, this sumptuous celebration of gems and jewels is guaranteed to bring sparkle to both your life and your library.
Dive deep into the pages of this dazzling book on jewels to discover:
- Hundreds of specially commissioned, spectacular photographs.
- Intriguing features on the history of gemstones, and the fascinating real-life stories behind them.
Cild:
Hardcover
Dil:
ENG
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Dk
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