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Looking at Jewelry: A Guide to Terms, Styles, and Techniques

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ J. Paul Getty Museum; 1st edition (June 25, 2019)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Paperback ‏ : ‎ 132 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1606065998


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 90


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.9 ounces


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 0.5 x 9.25 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #451,046 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #115 in Antique & Collectible Jewelry (Books) #187 in Antique & Collectible Reference (Books) #383 in Jewelry Craft (Books)


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Educational and beautiful
I was unsure about purchasing this book because I do not make, sell, or appraise jewelry and this book seemed a little technical/scholarly for just a jewelry lover. So glad I bought this book! Whatever your level of interest in jewelry, this book has something for you. It has helped me become a better consumer of jewelry. The photos are gorgeous. Highly recommended. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2021 by Betta
    • Easy to handle size
The book helped me identify the different enameling processes. I learned alot. Easy to read. It has brief informative paragraphs explaining nearly every type of process in making jewelry. Learning those terms will assist in properly describing a piece of jewelry. Example what is filigree work, bezel set, cannetille, casting these terms are very important for any jewelry seller. One of my best affordable investments that i consider a valuable tool ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2021 by Dmarie
    • Essential resource for everyone interested in jewelry
This book is helpful to a wide-range of people: maker, collector, scholar or casual appreciator, like me!
Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2019 by Scarlett
    • great info
i wanted to find a book that gave a bit more technical information about jewelery making. this is it.
Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2020 by dibankker
    • An excellent book of important jewelry terms and amazing illustrations
It has amazing illustrations and is a fun read. Worth the money!!
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2020 by MARCIA
    • fascinating book
This is a great instructional and informational book for anyone wanting to get into jewelry making, or like myself, am studying Geography and Geology at a state college. Wonderful information.
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2019 by cleosmom
    • Jewel of a Book!
This book is a valuable resource for the jewelry maker! It contains many full color illustrations of both finished products and step-by-step instructions on how to achieve these creations
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2019 by Jackie1010

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