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"A History of Jewellery 1100-1870" by Joan Evans Dover Publications, Inc., 1989 Paperback Edition ISBN#0486261220 $19.95 (less 20% disc.)* |
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Table of Contents Preface Preface to Second Edition Illustrations I. The Early Middle AgesII. The Gothic Period III. The Later Middle Ages IV. The Early Renaissance |
V . The Later RenaissanceVI. The Seventeenth Century VII. The Eighteenth Century VIII. 1789-1870 Envoi Bibliography Index |
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SYNOPSIS: Learn about the history of jewelry as it parallels the history of mankind. Jewelry has long been used to protect against harm, for ceremonial occasions, or to symbolize wealth. Here is a chronicle of the jewels themselves, their relation to costume and fashion, and their reflection of changing social values. Over 400 photographs and illustrations complete the narrative.TO ORDER THIS BOOK, CLICK HERE! *NOTE: Prices are current when the page is posted on the site. Amazon.com may change the pricing policy at any time. To The Top | Back to Current Feature Page | About Literary Liaisons | Author Links | Bookstore Index | Fiction | Non-Fiction | Newsletter | Research Articles | Reference Books | On-line Resources | RWA Chapters | Sign Our Guestbook | Contact Us | Home This page last updated July 6, 2000 Copyright 2000, Literary Liaisons, Ltd. Artwork courtesy of Marvelicious and Angel's Free Web graphics |