Answers To Questions About Old Jewelry [Paperback]

C Jeanenne Bell (Author)

Book Description

Series: Answers to Questions About Old Jewelry | Publication Date: January 6, 2009

Make smart sense of today?s dynamic world of collectible jewelry when you rely on the answers to key questions about vintage jewelry covered in this new full-color edition of the jewelry collector?s classic must-have. Identify, date and assess everything from brooches and pins to pendants, rings and lockets, through the authoritative details (including maker?s marks) outlined in this book. Plus, you?ll discover a new section devoted to Modernist jewelry, and an expanded section about Mexican jewelry.

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About the Author

C. Jeanenne Bell travels the country helping people learn about the treasures in their jewelry boxes, which includes appraisals on PBS? ?Antiques Roadshow.? Her professional affiliations include membership in the American Society of Jewelry Historians, Alumni Association of the Gemology Institute of America, National Association of Jewelry Appraisers, and Alumni Association of Sotheby?s Institute, London. In addition to previous editions of this book, Bell also authored Collecting Victorian Jewelry: Identification and Price Guide and How to Be a Jewelry Detective.

Product Details

• Paperback: 448 pages
• Publisher: Krause Publications; 7 edition (January 6, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0896896951
• ISBN-13: 978-0896896956
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.2 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #37,669 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #8 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Antiques & Collectibles > Jewelry

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40 of 41 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I have every edition of this book and wouldn't be without them!, April 13, 2009

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Bonnie W. Shriver - See all my reviews
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I am so happy to offer a review of Jeanenne Bell's latest edition of what I have always said is the "Bible" for any vintage jewelry enthusiast! I am the proud owner of all the editions of this wonderful book and have seen a wonderful progression from black and white photos to beautiful color pics in this latest edition. Jeanenne is one of the foremost authorities in this field and is so talented in passing on her vast knowledge to those of us who have collected for many, many years as well as to the novice! This book is highly recommended to all who love jewelry and the history behind the styles. And on a personal note, may I say that having had the distinct privilege of meeting the author at one of our Vintage Fashion and Costume Jewelry Club conventions a few years back, I can truly say that she is just as nice as she seems to be on the Antiques Roadshow! Keep up the good work, Jeanenne!

28 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A very complete survey, December 16, 2009

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C. M. St John (Ontario, Canada) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Answers To Questions About Old Jewelry (Paperback)

This book provides a great deal of information in a readable, easy-to-follow format. However, the best thing about this volume is the colour photographs. The huge number of beautiful pieces on display in this book is very impressive and the quality of the examples of each style highlighted is wonderful. This is a terrific guide for the antique/vintage jewelry enthusiast and I cannot recommend it highly enough.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive and Easy to Use, November 25, 2011

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This review is from: Answers To Questions About Old Jewelry (Paperback)

A great resource for anyone interested in antique and vintage jewelry. Well organized, easy to use with many color pictures for easy identification.