Books on Jewelry, History - Ancient Jewellery by Jack Ogden
Book Description: Jewellery has a rare power to communicate, even across millennia, the feelings, beliefs, and aspirations of the people who wore it. Jewellery also contributes to the study of ancient art and metalworking techniques, for great skill was required to create what are often small-scale works of art. This book shows how important ancient jewellery is to interpreting the past. Jack Ogden is founder of the Society of Jewellery Historians and a leading authority on the materials, technology, and authenticity of ancient jewellery. Paperback, 64 pages, in excellent condition, like new. Shipping will be $5.00, shipping cost for multiple items will automatically be discounted.
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