Jewel: A Celebration of the Earth’s Treasures (ISBN 9780241226032) is a visually stunning guide to the world’s most captivating gemstones, organic gems, and precious metals, celebrating nature’s artistry and human craftsmanship. The book illustrates the story of materials from agate to zoisite across cultures and centuries, featuring important jewels such as the legendary Koh-i-Noor and the enigmatic Hope diamond.
Luped® Media Research identified and licensed more than 1,000 images from over 100 different collections to fulfil the publisher’s ambitious requirements. These selections showcase exceptional examples of natural specimens, jewellery masterpieces, historic regalia, and creative uses in art and design. The images give readers a vivid sense of the technical skill, imagination, and artistry that have made these treasures so admired throughout history.