If Jewels Could Talk

If Jewels Could Talk is a treasure trove of forgotten stories about jewels throughout history by internationally renowned jewellery expert, Carol Woolton. It explores the history, cultural significance, and eclectic trivia of jewellery, weaving in examples from cultures around the world. Woolton is an encyclopaedia on the subject of jewellery, but never lets her knowledge bog her down. The book is filled with fascinating facts and cultural observations, making the reader wish that jewels could talk. It is a sparkling field guide for any jewellery aficionado and beyond.

Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 26 September 2024
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Carol Woolton, an internationally renowned jewellery expert, presents "If Jewels Could Talk," a captivating exploration of the history, cultural significance, and eclectic trivia of jewellery. As a jewellery historian, jewellery editor at British Vogue, and podcast host, Woolton brings her expertise to the forefront, offering a whistle-stop tour through history through seven items of jewellery: hoops, rings, beads, charms, brooches, cuffs, and head ornaments. With examples from cultures around the world, Woolton unveils fascinating stories about Viking silver torques, Imperial jade in China, sixteenth-century Posy rings, organic gems, snake motifs, Roman cameo carving, Hindu wedding jewellery, Etruscan gold, Ancient Greek coins, piercings, Wedding pigs in China, tiaras, and anklets. This book is a beautiful and illuminating gift for any jewellery lover, shining a light on all that glitters and more. Woolton's encyclopaedic knowledge of jewellery is woven seamlessly into the narrative, making it accessible and engaging. Filled with fascinating facts and cultural observations, Woolton's writing guides the reader through history, making them wish that jewels could indeed talk. The book has received praise from renowned figures in the jewellery industry, including Alexandra Shulman, who describes it as a sparkling field guide for any jewellery aficionado and beyond. Sophie Dahl, another jewellery enthusiast, describes it as a sparkling field guide for any jewellery aficionado and beyond. Carol Woolton takes us on a compelling and tender trip through the looking glass and history, according to Sophie Dahl. Overall, "If Jewels Could Talk" is a must-read for anyone interested in the fascinating world of jewellery.

Weight: 418g
Dimension: 224 x 145 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398526938