This sumptuous book captures the magnificence of a collection of symbolic objects steeped in English history like no other: the Crown Jewels. From the 12th-century spoon used for the anointing at the coronation to the platinum crown created for Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother in 1937, their story is that of the English monarchy itself. Published in association with the Royal Collection and Historic Royal Palaces, the book features dazzling new photography, including many detailed shots and two gatefold pages, allowing individual pieces, gems and carefully selected groups of objects to be viewed as never before. Based on original research and written by an expert in English court history, the book tells the story of the development of the collection from the medieval period onwards. Anyone with either a professional or a personal interest in jewelry or English history will find The Crown Jewels a delight.
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Wonderfully illustrated. --Contemporary Review
--Majesty
Wonderfully illustrated. --Contemporary Review
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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I am so glad I treated myself to this beautiful book. The new photos of the Crown Jewels are breathtaking, and the history of these incredible pieces is fascinating and well-written. I'm planning to visit London in August to see the jewels, and this book has given me an insight into what to expect and of the significance of some of the pieces. There are close-up photos of the pieces, along with pictures of the jewels being worn by Her Majesty during her coronation. Absolutely beautiful, a book to lose yourself in.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Latiina
Format:Hardcover
For this book - 5+ stars!
Brilliant pictures, very good quality paper, about and around the Crown Jewels.
The book for collectors.
Highly recommended!
Brilliant pictures, very good quality paper, about and around the Crown Jewels.
The book for collectors.
Highly recommended!
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
A really informative read with lots of stunning photography printed on great quality paper. Covers the entire history of the concept of regalia, and the individual jewels of medieval to present day monarchs of the UK
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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From the opening double page with its close up of the front of St Edwards Crown (Hardback Edition) to the final inventory of all the riches in the collection, this is the definitive collection of photographs. The camera takes us closer to the crowns and orbs than we could ever hope for in real life. In fact if you were ever this close you would probably be arrested and locked up in the Tower permanently. Well there are three versions of this book. Firstly the most expensive which features the hardback version with a Victorian pull out frieze. The main two are the stand alone hardback version verses the paperback edition. Be aware they are very different. I ordered the paperback and quickly cancelled it when I realized how much better the hardback version was.
The paperback has only 179 pages as opposed to the 204 pages in the hardback. The paperback has 189 illustrations, 172 in colour, whilst hardback offers 296 illustrations, 277 of which are in colour. Sizing is different too. The hardback is so much larger at 32.5cm x 27.7cm, poor old paperback is only 27.2cm x 22.8cm.
Of course the price reflects the sizing and paperback verses hardback, but well worth getting the better version, after all the Crown Jewels are not about to change. The writing of history and background is most interesting and in future I shall be able to spot the fakes with paste jewels, oh yes there are quite a few, all above board. To sum up, its worth the more expensive price for the amazing new photographs in the highest, clearest detail. Well done Anna Keay and her team, I doubt this book will ever be bettered.
The paperback has only 179 pages as opposed to the 204 pages in the hardback. The paperback has 189 illustrations, 172 in colour, whilst hardback offers 296 illustrations, 277 of which are in colour. Sizing is different too. The hardback is so much larger at 32.5cm x 27.7cm, poor old paperback is only 27.2cm x 22.8cm.
Of course the price reflects the sizing and paperback verses hardback, but well worth getting the better version, after all the Crown Jewels are not about to change. The writing of history and background is most interesting and in future I shall be able to spot the fakes with paste jewels, oh yes there are quite a few, all above board. To sum up, its worth the more expensive price for the amazing new photographs in the highest, clearest detail. Well done Anna Keay and her team, I doubt this book will ever be bettered.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Bill Reid
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Facinating account of the royal jewels mainly from Charles II when they were made new again. There are far more items in the collection than are on show at the Tower of London. Good explanations of how the jewels have evolved and where .major jewels are placed in the regalia
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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I really enjoyed this book. The pictures and details are wonderfull. Doesn,'t give al the informations that you are looking for but for the pictures I think is worth it.
By Andrew
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this book is very interesting, full of fascinating history and stunning photographs. i have thoroughly enjoyed every page. i would recommend this to anyone interested in monarchy or history.
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
bonnes photos, textes exellents bonne mise en page, envoi correct et livraison dans les temps par la poste a recommander
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Very interesting
A good book, which goes to complement to the book "The Queen's Diamonds", after you will be unbeatable on the english monarchy and the jewels of its crown.
Published 5 months ago by S. GILET
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I bought this book for a freind in the USA she is very into the Roayl Family and was asking me all about the Crown Jewels etc., I found this book and sent it to her... Read more
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my neighbours friend who is also a friend nancy asked me would i write this. It's about the corwn jewels and she absolutely loves this. Read more
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