Download or read book Jewellery, 1789-1910 written by Shirley Bury and published by ACC Distribution. This book was released on 1991 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This important standard work of reference covers the general development of jewellery designs both in relation to Europe as well as in worldwide context. Shirley Bury deals with jewellery tanging from costly royal commissions to mass-produced wares for the popular market. The extensive illustrations are reinforced by original designs, pattern books, cartoons, portraits and photographs.