An Illustrated Dictionary of Jewellery

Alphabetically arranged and extensively cross-referenced, this useful book treats every aspect of jewellery making, included are entries on tools and techniques; precious and non-precious metals and gemstones; the history of jewellery from Ancient Egypt to the present day; and biographies of notable jewellers of the past. There is also a wealth of practical information and background on such topics as the folklore of gemstones and jewellery. Extensively illustrated with sharp ink drawings.