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Jewellery in Britain 1066-1837 by Diana Scarisbrick (Book)

$295
£225.54
€259.78
CA$413.39
A$461.51
CHF 241.82
MX$5,649.29
NOK 3,071.14
SEK 2,895.70
DKK 1,938.77

About the Item

This book provides a detailed over view of this complex subject. It covers a time span of almost eight centuries and will be of interest to both social historians as well as jewellery enthusiasts as it not only describes the pieces and what they looked like but also sets them in their social context. With 431 pages having 52 colour illustrations and 133 in black & white, many of which are pieces from private collections. The book is in almost new condition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.25 in (285.75 mm)Width: 8.5 in (215.9 mm)Depth: 1.5 in (38.1 mm)
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1994
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    North Yorkshire, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4852612553

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