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A gorgeously illustrated book that celebrates the timeless beauty of collectible and antique jewelry. Full of helpful ideas and tips as well as stunning photographs, A Passion for Jewelry is the complete illustrated guide on how to appreciate, collect, and care for your jewelry. Beginning with detailed exploration and history of materials, including classics such as gold, silver, and amber and more unusual ones such as glass and cloth, the book covers everything you ever wanted to know about jewelry. The text explains how to recognize different stones and estimate their worth, where to purchase, and the simple steps involved in starting your own collection. Completing this dazzling book are Yves Duronsoy's photographs that perfectly capture the essence of each piece of necklace, bracelet, and ring featured.

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Laura Fronty is a journalist and stylist and contributes to a number of interior and lifestyle magazines. Yves Duronsoy is a photographer who works regularly for international fashion and lifestyle magazines as well as advertising campaigns.

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