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An Illustrated Dictionary of Jewelry by Harold Newman.
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DESCRIPTION:
Hardcover with dustjacket.  Publisher: Thames & Hudson (1981).  Pages: 336.  Size:  10 x 6¾ x 1½ inches; 3½ pounds.
From the ‘AA Pendant’ (a jewel in the Green Vault at Dresden) to ‘Zuni jewelry’ (from New Mexico), this popular reference work provides collectors, students and dealers in jewelry with an authoritative fully-illustrated guide to the subject. Harold Newman, who was a famous collector and writer on the decorative arts, incorporates definitions of terms relating to the processes used in jewelry making, descriptions of the principal gemstones and their characteristics, brief histories of famous named jewels and gemstones, and biographical entries on designers and makers of jewelry from the Renaissance to modern times. With its extensive cross-referencing and selected bibliographical references for further reading, this volume has no rival. 685 illustrations, 16 in color.
CONDITION
:  LIKE NEW. Unread hardcover with dustjacket. Thames & Hudson (1981) 336 pages. Covers and pages are pristine, dustjacket is slightly shelf worn. Inside the pages are clean, crisp, unmarked, unmutilated, tightly bound, clearly never read, HOWEVER the closed page edges of the book evidence faint, tiny tan-colored age speckles (known as "foxing"). The fore-edge surface of the closed page edges evidences the most, the bottom and top surfaces of the closed page edges considerably less. It is of course visible only when book is closed, not to individual pages, only to the mass of closed page edges (sometimes referred to as the "page block"). It is not so prominent that it is disfiguring, but it is discernible. Dustjacket evidences moderate shelfwear in the form of a bit of rubbing at the spine head, and the back side of the dustjacket evidences some modest rubbing/fine scratching (the backside of the dustjacket is high-gloss, photo-finish black and white, and so shows fine scratching very easily). The dustjacket remains quite handsome and presentable, no tears, chips, or creases of any significance. The blemishes to the dustjacket are relatively superficial and merely cosmetic in character. Beneath the dustjacket the full cloth covers are clean and unblemished. Were it not for the faint age-spotting to the closed page edges, the overall condition of the book is not too far removed from what might pass as "new" from an open-shelf book store (such as Barnes & Noble, or B. Dalton, for example) wherein patrons are permitted to browse open stock, and so otherwise "new" books often show a little handling/shelf/browsing wear. Satisfaction unconditionally guaranteed. In stock, ready to ship. No disappointments, no excuses. #8565b.
PLEASE SEE DESCRIPTIONS AND IMAGES BELOW FOR DETAILED REVIEWS AND FOR PAGES OF PICTURES FROM INSIDE OF BOOK.
PLEASE SEE PUBLISHER, PROFESSIONAL, AND READER REVIEWS BELOW.
PUBLISHER REVIEWS
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REVIEW
:  The universal and unceasing appeal of jewelry to peoples of all cultures in every region of the world, from the Stone Age to the present, has resulted in the development of a great many techniques and styles, employing a variety of metals and gemstones, and often requiring great skill on the part of the jeweler.  This dictionary provides collectors, students, and dealers in jewelry, as well as all whose interest in jewelry is simply aesthetic, with the authoritative and comprehensive one-volume guide to the subject that has so long been needed.
A companion to Harold Newman’s widely praised “Illustrated Dictionary of Glass”, the book contains over 2,500 entries and numerous illustrations placed for easy reference. It defines terms related to materials and processes used in jewelry making, describes the principal gemstones used in jewelry and their individual characteristics, discusses famous jewels and gemstones like the Hope Diamond, and gives biographical entries on designers and makers of jewelry from Benvenuto Cerllini and other Renaissance masters down to modern times.
An extensive system of cross-referencing within entries to related topics discussed elsewhere, combined with selected bibliographical references for further reading, will enable the reader to derive maximum benefit from this invaluable work.
REVIEW
:  From the “AA Pendant” (a jewel in the Green Vault at Dresden) to “Zuni Jewelry” (from New Mexico), here is a much-needed fully illustrated dictionary which provides for collectors, students and dealers in jewelry an authoritative and comprehensive one-volume guide to the subject. Ever since the Stone Age, jewelry has appealed to peoples of all cultures in every corner of the world. This has resulted in the development of a wonderful diversity of techniques and styles, employing many different gemstones, metals, and other materials.  In his far-reaching survey, Harold Newman incorporates definitions of terms relating to the processes used in jewelry making, descriptions of the principal gemstones and their characteristics, brief histories of some famous named jewels and gemstones, and biographical entries on designers and makers of jewelry from Benvenuto Cellini and other Renaissance masters down to modern times. The extensive system of cross-referencing, combined with selected bibliographical references for further reading, make this an invaluable source book.
REVIEW
:  Harold Newman is the author of the companion volumes “An Illustrated Dictionary of Ceramics” (together with George Savage) and “An Illustrated Dictionary of Glass”, both published by Thames and Hudson. He has written on many aspects of the decorative arts, and has contributed articles to the journals “Apollo”, “The Connoisseur”, “Antique Collector”, and “The Collector’s Guide”.
REVIEW
:  Harold Newman wrote widely on the decorative arts for a period of several decades, including articles for such journals as “Antiques”, “Apollo”, “The Connoisseur”, “The Antique Collector”, and “The Collector’s Guide”. He is the author of the standard work on veilleuses (of which he is a well-known collector), as well as “An Illustrated Dictionary of Glass” and “An Illustrated Dictionary of Ceramics”.
PROFESSIONAL REVIEWS
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REVIEW
:  Gem scholars and those with only an embryonic interest in jewelry will enjoy this beautifully executed book. Containing over 2,500 "pearls of wisdom" with 685 illustrations, it would be a welcome addition to any library, and would collect neither dust nor cobwebs. Compiling any dictionary is obviously a monumental undertaking. Here, however, the author succeeds in creating enjoyable, informative, and succinct definitions. Mr. Newman has written two other illustrated dictionaries (one on glass and the other on ceramics); he certainly has the magic touch with this format.
The dictionary includes data concerning famous gems, cutting techniques, trade grades, jewelry-making materials and processes, designers, styles, methods of decoration, and the major gemstones used in jewelry. Also included are brief biographical notes on some outstanding firms and individuals, past and present. The author has employed cross-referencing extensively both to avoid repetition and to provide ideas for locating related subjects.
The author also provides a superb display of illustrations that are by no means ordinary. Of the 685 illustrations, 16 are in color and 37 are line drawings. In addition, the craftsmanship is excellent, with well-printed glossy pages. “An Illustrated Dictionary of Jewelry” is full of information and is perfect for reference or just browsing. Mr. Newman has put together a quality book [Gemstone Institute of America (GIA)].
REVIEW
:  An illustrated dictionary of jewelry: 2,530 entries, including definitions of jewels, gemstones, materials, processes, and styles, and entries on principal designers and makers from antiquity to the present day
REVIEW
:  The standard for jewelry trade dictionaries. Shows examples of antique and modern jewelry from around the world and defines terms related to jewelry and jewelry making
REVIEW
:  The late Harold Newman provided definitions relating to the processes used in jewelry making, descriptions of the principal gemstones, and their characteristics, brief histories of named jewels and biographies on designers and makers in this guide.  This is a “must have” reference for jewelers, gemologists, pawnbrokers, collectors, and other professionals and amateurs involved in the jewelry trade.
REVIEW
:  The enormous scope of the dictionary provides collectors with an almost encyclopedic source of information. Mr. Newman has covered his subject with considerable authority and scholarship…will undoubtedly command a wide and appreciative audience [Antique Collector].
REVIEW
:  Of the few dictionaries of jewelry that have been published … this is certainly the best [Retail Jeweler].
REVIEW
:  An in-depth Jewelry Dictionary from A to Z, offers definitions terms and descriptions in very easy to understand language. Images are nicely used to illustrate the jewelry terms.
READER REVIEWS
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REVIEW
:  Knowing that a book is from Thames and Hudson is always a recommendation to me, and this did not disappoint. It is loaded iwth information about designers; styles and types of jewelry; famous jewels and hoards of jewelry; techniques for cutting gemstones, etc. The entries frequently contain cross-references to related topics. Numerous pictures are in the outer margins of the page to illustrate many of the terms. I expect this to be an extremely useful reference tool.
REVIEW
:  Need a book on jewelry which is lavishly illustrated? Thames and Hudson never disappoints, but this is not a coffee table book. It is a valuable reference book, with at least a black and white photo to illustrate nearly every entry.
REVIEW
:  This book is wonderful! Visually stunning, some of the pictures are enough to make you drool! Filled with extremely well photographed color and black-and-white photos of museum quality pieces, used to illustrate the jewelry terms being defined. The definitions are well written, and reference related terms in a very smooth and easy to follow way. This book is a MUST if you are fond of jewelry! MORE than worth the money!
REVIEW
: From "A" to "Z", without a doubt the very best jewelry dictionary I've seen so far. Aside from looking something up, it gives you the opportunity to learn terms you've never heard before. Even if you've been in the business a long time. Fantastic. Every antique lover should have this book!
REVIEW
:  The "must have book" for collectors and lovers of jewelry. This book is full of quick and easy-access information on everything in the jewelry world from the definition of a word to the description of particular known pieces. The wide margins are full of support pictures. Great book.
REVIEW
:  This is a great reference book, lots of information. Lots of black-and-white photos (wish they were all in color, but you buy this book for the wealth of information, not for glossy pictures). When reading an entry some words are in capitals which lead you to other entries, which i like as it leads to more info. I borrowed this from the library but will be getting my own copy for future reference.
REVIEW
:  It is what it says it is - a dictionary of jewelry with many illustrations and examples of the various jewelry. It gives a summary of each subject, both obscure and common day terms with references to a variety of pieces of jewelry, their origins, other references and books to read to gain more in depth knowledge. It provides definitions and descriptions, biography details on designers and makers throughout history. I used this as a reference for JET2 examination particularly and was extremely useful in identifying uncommon material.
REVIEW
:  Nice book but all the black and white photos hardly do justice to the jewelry. I knew about the black and white photos from another review but purchased it anyway. It is a good book but it would be exceptional if the pictures were in color!
REVIEW
:  I highly recommend this book based on the voluminous information contained within, however it is not a “coffee table” book.
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