Jewel : a celebration of Earth's treasures
2016
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'Jewel' offers a lavish look at precious stones, organic gems, and precious metals. Discover gemstones from agate to zoisite, take an up-close look at the world's most extravagant and famous jewellery, and immerse yourself in the incredible stories behind famous gems including the stunning Koh-i-Noor, the exquisite FabergeĢ eggs, and the mysterious Hope diamond. Packed with spectacular photography, intriguing history, and fascinating real-life stories, this is a sumptuous celebration of the treasures of the Earth and the perfect gift for anyone looking for a little glamour.
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London : Dorling Kindersley Limited, 2016.
Collation:
360 pages : illustrations (black and white, and colour), maps (colour) ; 31 cm
Notes:
Includes index.
ISBN:
9780241226032 (hbk. :)
Language:
English
BRN:
1104784
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