Well given that it is published by the Royal Collection itself and its very affordable price I would say this is the programme to the exhibition that the palace are expecting people to buy as they attend the exhibition themselves. (but this is just my interpretation of the information we are given in its name)
Diamonds: A Jubilee Celebration (Royal Collection Publications - Souvenir Album)
then when you look at this description on Amazon
- Published to celebrate Queen Elizabeth IIs Diamond Jubilee, this accessible history explores the use of diamonds in works of art of all kinds, from personal and official jewellery and regalia to precious boxes and ceremonial swords. It examines the special qualities of diamonds and the royal uses to which they have been put throughout the centuries; and includes newly commissioned photography in close-up detail of each piece. A beautifully illustrated publication providing an introduction to a magnificent royal inheritance. -
Though I wouldn't expect it all to be jewellery as it mentions swords and boxes. And it probably has some quite old things in it going back before the 20th century.
It looks like it is going to have some good information and high quality photos, so I for one would buy it based on this information !!!
--Previous Message-- : I was looking at QD on amazon, and there was a : link to another Royal Collection : publication, to be pub 7/15/12 - DIAMONDS, A : JUBILEE CELEBRATION, edited by Caroline de : Guitaut. The price is $24.95 for 120 pages : (as opposed to $95 and 320 pages for QD). : : Does anyone know what this book might be : like? :
on May 29, 2012, 6:31 pm, in reply to "