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珠寶鑑定大師Joanna Hardy結合知識與鑑賞技能的紅寶石導論超過400張精美豪華的全彩圖片，細說紅寶石的歷史與故事
熱愛珠寶的鑑賞大師Joanna Hardy繼上一本作品《EMERALD》造成熱烈反應，再次與國際知名珠寶供應商Gemfields合作推出以紅寶石為主題的作品，帶領讀者一同深入緬甸的古老礦區，沿著中國絲路古道，再到莫桑比克的紅寶石礦區，蒐集大量的文獻與資料，發現紅寶石為何廣受皇室、政要及社會精英的熱愛。書中展示超過60種紅寶石飾品，甚至包括許多皇宮貴族從未公開的珍藏品。作者更被獨家授權專訪經典珠寶品牌，包括卡地亞、珠寶世家、梵克雅寶、Chaumet、Harry Winston等。詳細探討知名珠寶商的工藝，以及紅寶石鑑定品質的概要與技巧。
An ambitious, lavishly illustrated survey of one of the world’s most valuable precious gems
Ruby is a fascinating 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 previously unseen pieces from private and royal collections. Author Joanna Hardy was granted exclusive access to all the modern and iconic jewelry houses, including Cartier, Boucheron, Van Cleef & Arpels, Chaumet, Harry Winston, Graff, and many 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 various ruby deposits in the world and offers practical guidance on what to look for in a quality ruby.
462 color illustrations
