Phillips, Clare

Illustrates the development of Western jewelry over the course of five hundred years through an examination of the Victoria and Albert Museum collection, describing the materials used by jewelers, looking at the development of jewelry styles since the Middle Ages, and discussing how jewelry has been hallmarked, distributed, and used.

A collection of essays that describes the history and craftsmanship of Tiffany and Company, and contains about 200 photographs of Tiffany pieces.

Surveys the history of Western jewelry, discussing changing styles, the social context of jewelry, and how it has been worn by men and women, looking at reactions to discoveries of new gems and metals, and including illustrations.