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Reviewed on June 1, 2018 | Ready-To-Wear and Ready-To-Read
Gemologist Hardy (Emerald) provides a cultural history of the ruby, a rarer gemstone than the white diamond. Using the hidden archives from Hennell, one of London's oldest silversmiths and jewelers, among other sources, Hardy investigates a comprehensive range of ruby jewels, from the medieval period to the present. Starting with the ancient r...Log In or Sign Up to Read More