The author considers rings in all their forms and makes their context come alive through paintings, drawings and vivid quotations.

Each ring is illustrated with one or more black and white photograph, with 500 superb colour photos of the most important pieces. Major trends in ring design ar

John and Cathy were going to get married. They went to buy an engagement ring. That was the start of all the trouble.

Presents a wide range of creative wedding ring designs from the world's most innovative designers and jewelers, showcasing a collection of contemporary, handmad

"The book examines a series of practical goldsmithing projects, each of which has been successfully completed by student goldsmiths using its instructions ... T