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Photoatlas of Inclusions in Gemstones - Volume 1
Gübelin, E.J./Koivula J.I. Et Alii.
Opinio Verlag, 2008
Largely illustrated with color photographs and drawings - a milestone in practical gemmology - a thorough study of gemstones and their internal structures through microscopy and photomicrography; the beauty and importance of inclusions - glossary - index to the photomicrographs and recommended and quoted litterature.
English - 532 pages - 25 x 22 cm - Sold in a protective slipcase - 2.2 kg
ISBN: 9783039990412
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Divine Jewels, The Pursuit of Beauty
Kazumi Arikawa, Diana Scarisbrick
Flammarion, 2024
In an unprecedented literary and artistic collaboration, the world's foremost collector of historical jewels, Kazumi Arikawa, unveils his exceptional collection in Divine Jewels : The Pursuit of Beauty. This exquisite volume is coauthored with Diana Scarisbrick, a leading scholar of jewelry history, offering readers an unparalleled journey through ten thematic chapters, spanning the Hellenistic period to the 1940s. Divine Jewels presents a breathtaking array of works, from intricately carved cameos and intaglios of antiquity through the nineteenth century to sublime, nature-inspired pieces reflecting the delicate aesthetics of Japanism, as well as one of the world's premier collections of historical tiaras. Each chapter, meticulously curated and researched, offers a dialogue between the scholarly perspective of the jewelry historian and the personal insights and knowledge of the collector. This unique interplay explores the subject in a multifaceted light, celebrating jewelry history, craftsmanship, prestigious provenance, precious gemstones, and the cultural significance of jewelry. The collector's personal narratives provide a rare glimpse into the mind of someone who has not only collected, but also lived and breathed the very essence of these masterpieces. Beautifully illustrated and produced, Divine Jewels is more than a reference book ; it is a testament to the transcendent power of jewelry and the enduring legacy of a collector who has dedicated his life to preserving the pinnacle of artistic achievement in the jewelry arts.
English - 520 Pages - 25 x 31 cm - 4.1 Kg
ISBN 9782080262172
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Gempedia, a comprehensive glossary for gemstones and gemology
Rui Galopim de Carvalho
Asian Institute of Gemological Sciences, 2024
Gempedia - A comprehensive glossary for gemstones and gemmology is a glossary with more than 7300 entries related to gemstones and gemmology aimed at students, professionals and anyone interested in the subject.
Authored by Rui Galopim de Carvalho, a renowned international gemologist with a career spanning more than 30 years, the book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the wide range of terminology used in the fascinating world of gemology and its associated industries.
English - 719 Pages - 15 x 30 cm - 1.5 Kg
ISBN 9789727809172
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Treasures of the Mughals and the Maharajas
Amin Jaffer
Skira, 2017
English - 70 Pages - 25 x 4 x 29 cm - 2,8 Kg
ISBN: 9788857235943
Amin Jaffer
Skira, 2017
Five centuries of dazzling gems, precious stones and mythic jewels from India. Treasures of the Mughals and the Maharajas allows readers to immerse themselves in the jewelry traditions of the Indian subcontinent, from the Mughal period to the modern day. The evolution of gem-setting and jewelry is shown through over 270 exceptional pieces from The Al Thani Collection, together with major works on loan from prestigious institutions and private collections. Famous historic Indian diamonds, spectacular precious objects and legendary pieces of jewelry are brought together to represent the evolution of taste and technique in India's jeweled arts over five centuries. The book also presents the major developments in Indian jewelry traditions, from the peak of 17th-century Mughal imperial patronage through years of political chaos and colonization from the 18th century onward, to the age of the Durbar, great ceremonies that provided Indian sovereigns with a new setting in which to show off their jewels during the time of the British Raj.
English - 70 Pages - 25 x 4 x 29 cm - 2,8 Kg
ISBN: 9788857235943
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The Queen's Diamonds
Hugh Roberts
Royal Collection, 2012
English - 145 Pages - 25 x 3 x 32 cm - 3 Kg
ISBN: 9781905686384
Hugh Roberts
Royal Collection, 2012
The splendor and sparkle of the diamond is unmatched by that of any other gem in the world. As status symbols or emblems ofendless love, diamonds have been worn, collected, and presented as lavish gifts since the earliest days of antiquity. Today, steady sales--and borrowed baubles on the arms of starlets--indicate that diamonds remain among the most sought-after gemstones. But few, if any, private collections surpass that of Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen's Diamonds takes readers on a tour of the magnificent royal inheritance of diamonds from Queen Adelaide in the 1830s to the present day. The book features more than seventy awe-inspiring pieces of jewelry from one of the finest collections in the world. With three hundred full-color photographs--many newly commissioned for the book--the dazzling display ranges from the flawless pink diamond presented to Princess Elizabeth, as she was then known, for her wedding in 1947 to nineteenth-century diamond diadems to the Cartier "Halo" tiara worn most recently by The Duchess of Cambridge at her wedding in April 2011. As informative as it is stunningly beautiful, the book includes information on many items of international importance and great historic significance. Published on the occasion of the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, The Queen's Diamonds offers the first authorized account of this iconic and unparalleled collection of diamond jewelry. The photos superbly encapsulate the breathtaking beauty of the subjects, and the descriptions are packed with fascinating details.
English - 145 Pages - 25 x 3 x 32 cm - 3 Kg
ISBN: 9781905686384
