Caroline de Guitaut
From jewelry of the highest quality and finest craftsmanship to gemstone-laden tiaras and diamond-encrusted swords, this accessible volume presents a visually stunning selection of diamonds from among the Royal Collectionâ€™s awe-inspiring array.,Published to celebrate the forthcoming Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth IIâ€”as well as a special exhibition planned for Buckingham Palace in 2012â€”,Diamonds: A Jubilee Celebration ,explores the undeniable appeal of diamonds and the many royal uses to which they have been applied throughout the centuries. These precious stones have long played a part in royal ceremonies and gift-giving, and the book features numerous photographsâ€”many newly commissionedâ€”including close-up views of each piece.Â Few private diamond collections surpass that of the Royal Collection, and this lavishly illustrated volume offers readers a glimpse of many one-of-a-kind examples.
Nonfiction,Jewellery
Diamonds: A Jubilee Celebration