Women Jewellery Designers

Women Jewellery Designers

Author: J. Rochefoucauld

Publisher: Antique Collector's Club

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781851497416

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This sumptuous book showcases the work of women jewellers from around the world. It tells the story of influential women in the jewellery industry throughout the twentieth century, continuing to the present day. Along with beautiful images of the fantastic work they have produced, Women Jewellery Designers also follows the role of women in the jeweller's workshop. Jewellery designers include: Gabrielle (Coco) Chanel, Suzanne Belperron, Line Vautrin, Wendy Ramshaw, Gerada Flockinger, Claude Lalanne, and many more. Jewellery firms include: Boivin, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Bulgari, Jensen, Tiffany & Co. AUTHOR: A Fellow of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem A), Juliet Weir-de La Rochefoucauld began her career at Sotheby's & Co., London. Based in France, she is also the author of Twenty-First Century Jewellery Designers: An Inspired Style. Juliet's Great-grandfather, Thomas Weir, founded the jewellers Weir and Sons in Dublin in 1869, a company that is still run by members of the family. 500 colour illustrations


Secrets of the Gem Trade

Secrets of the Gem Trade

Author: Richard W. Wise

Publisher: Brunswick House

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780972822329

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Finally the real truth about how master jewellers, gemmologists and major auction houses value diamonds and colored gemstones.


The Art of Gemology

The Art of Gemology

Author: Scott Papper

Publisher:

Published: 2018-03

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9781388811471

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An artistic approach to the science known as gemology. This book will give you the opportunity to dive deep inside your favorite gems via a gallery of high quality photomicrographs. Diamonds, rubies, sapphires, tourmaline, topaz, quartz, labradorite, turquoise, shell, emerald and pearls are examples of gems you'll find inside these pages.


Gemology

Gemology

Author: Cornelius S. Hurlbut

Publisher:

Published: 1979

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13:

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A concise, systematic, yet comprehensive ``textbook'' treatment of the science. Examines origin, chemistry, crystallography, physical properties, and optical properties of gemstones, and discusses methods and instruments used to determine these properties. Highlights recent advances and important contributions; explores new methods of study and determination, crystal structures, causes of color, new gem minerals, new methods of gem synthesis, manufactured gems, chemical compounds used as substitutes, and imitations and simulations. Includes 12 full color plates, 350 halftones and line drawings, and a Gem Index that lists commonly sought characteristics along with page number references.


Cycles of Life

Cycles of Life

Author: Beatriz Chadour-Sampson

Publisher:

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780991517237

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An unparalleled collection of rings dating from the 3rd to the 19th century, presented not chronologically but rather grouped into timeless themes - birth, love, betrothal, marriage, mourning and death - thereby achieving greater insight about the beliefs, sentiments, status, and practices of their former owners. Since his first purchase in 1970, Benjamin Zucker has assembled one of the largest collections of Jewish marriage rings in private hands and a collection of diamond jewelry that is unrivaled, even by De Beers. With each ring selected for its exceptional quality of stones, rarity, and level of artistry, the collection features many fine examples of signet rings ranging from the 3rd to the 17th century; ancient Roman friendship and engagement rings; medieval posy rings; Renaissance and Baroque wedding rings; Jewish marriage rings, and memorial and death's head memento mori rings from the 17th to the 19th century. They include a significant grouping of precious diamond-set rings. Many boast provenances dating back generations to Europe's most prominent collecting families, including the de Clercqs and the Rothschilds. In this remarkable book, these rings are newly studied by experts, including an essay by Zucker himself. Ultimately, these exquisite jewels - many of which have been the subject of national and international museum exhibitions, loans, and publications - form a remarkable testament to the discerning eye of Benjamin Zucker.