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A treasure chest full of jewels. This volume brings together pieces of jewelry from all eras of human history and from all parts of the world and cultures. We learn how jewelry has been designed, worn, and collected in changing forms over the millennia. The illustrated pieces include classic jewelry items such as necklaces, rings, and earrings, as well as lesser-known forms of jewelry from non-European cultures. The range spans from gold crowns of ancient Greece, golden earrings from Babylonian times, gemstone-encrusted necklaces of Islamic royal families, ritual cult objects from the South Seas, to jewelry from the collection of Queen Louise of Prussia. Also featured are Art Nouveau designs by René Lalique and contemporary showcase pieces. The overview, organized chronologically, offers nearly 400 detailed color illustrations, which are further explored through numerous short contributions. A standard work for anyone interested in cultural and jewelry history, jewelry design, and goldsmithing.