Ruby

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Description

An ambitious, lavishly illustrated survey of probably the most world’s most valuable precious gems

Ruby is an engaging 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. T

his major illustrated book will showcase more than sixty of the world’s significant, notable, and famous rubies, ruby jewels, and ruby artifacts, including many in the past unseen pieces from private and royal collections. Writer Joanna Hardy was once granted exclusive get right of entry to to all of the modern and iconic jewelry houses, including Cartier, Boucheron, Van Cleef & Arpels, Chaumet, Harry Winston, Graff, and lots of more. 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. Additionally, Ruby looks at the more than a few ruby deposits on the earth and offers practical guidance on what to look for in a quality ruby.

462 color illustrations


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