Ruby
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| Rating | : | 4.67 (862 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0500519412 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 368 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-04-11 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
She lectures widely and writes for many international magazines and newspapers. . About the Author Joanna Hardy is an independent gemologist and jewelry specialist, formerly of De Beers, Philips, and Sothebys
462 color illustrations. An ambitious, lavishly illustrated survey of one of the world’s most valuable precious gemsRuby is a fascinating exploration of this precious stone, taking the reader on a journey from the ancient mines of Burma, along the harsh terrain of the Silk Trading routes of China, to European courts and palaces, where rubies have been sourced and bought from intrepid gem- stone dealers to decorate royalty, dignitaries, and the social elite. Additionally, Ruby looks at the various ruby deposits in the world and offers practical guidance on what to look for in a quality ruby. From emperors and empresses, kings and queens, maharanis and Hollywood royalty, tales of love, passion, and romance are here alongside historical and social context that reveal why rubies are so greatly revered. Author Joanna Hardy was granted exclusive access to all the modern and iconic jewelry houses, including Cartier, Boucheron, Van Cleef & Arpels, Chaumet, Harry Winston, Graff, and many more. This major illustrated book will showcase more than sixty of the world’s significant, notable, and famous rubies, ruby jewels, and ruby artifacts, including many previously unseen pieces from private and royal collections
She lectures widely and writes for many international magazines and newspapers. Joanna Hardy is an independent gemologist and jewelry specialist, formerly of De Beers, Philips, and Sothebys.