Rhinestones!: A Collector's Handbook and Price Guide (Schiffer Book for Collectors) [Paperback]

Nancy N. Schiffer (Author)

Book Description

Series: Schiffer Book for Collectors | Publication Date: July 2007

Rhinestones (colored glass imitation gemstones) comprise the most popular form of jewelry. High-fashion as well as costume designers produce rhinestone jewelry, which has been an important fashion accessory in the West since the late 19th century. Today, great designs are avidly collected, boldly worn, and throughly enjoyed by people around the world. Nearly 300 color photographs display jewelry with rhinestones of many colors, shapes, and optical styles in a variety of visual effects. Updated values in the captions reflect the current market.

Product Details

• Paperback: 159 pages
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing; 4 Revised edition (July 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764317512
• ISBN-13: 978-0764317514
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #485,696 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Rhinestones! A collector's handbook and price guide, September 5, 2011

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Of the seven books I purchased on jewelry, especially the history of rhinestones, this has to be my very favorite book of all. The pictures are fantastic and even more, the book is user friendly. I have read over and over and I learn sdomething new each time. I LOVE THIS BOOK!

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This review is from: Rhinestones!: A Collector's Handbook and Price Guide (Schiffer Book for Collectors) (Paperback)

This book is an excellent source for those interested in researching vintage jewelry or just for the rabid collector. Great illustrations. Heartily recommended. The seller was consciencious and mailing was swift.