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Diamond Cuts in Historic Jewellery 1381–1910 explores the evolution of historical diamond cutt ing styles. Richly illustrated with stunning colour photographs, it guides the reader through centuries of craftsmanship, from medieval table cuts and hogbacks to the baroque and rococo rose cuts. This indispensable resource assists collectors, jewellery historians and enthusiasts recognise rare and lesser-known diamond cuts. The book features images of exceptional Renaissance jewellery from prestigious museum collections, alongside photographs of famous diamonds such as the Dresden Green, the Hortensia and Le Beau Sancy. Informative drawings further illustrate the technical intricacies of historical cutting techniques, offering a deeper understanding of their development. With its expert analysis and breathtaking visuals, this book is an essential reference for anyone passionate about antique jewellery and diamond history.

 

 

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Herbert Tillander (1909-2006) was the grand old man of the Finnish jewellery industry. Born in St Petersburg, Herbert was a third-generation member of the Tillander family, renowned as jewellers to the Russian Imperial Court and founders of the prestigious A.Tillander jewellery house. A passionate advocate for the goldsmithing trade, he wrote extensively and organized exhibitions that introduced the public to the captivating world of jewellery and gemstones. His lifelong fascination with gemmology led him to play a pivotal role in founding the Finnish Gemmological Society in 1960 and in developing the Scandinavian Diamond Nomenclature, the Nordic diamond grading system.
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  • ISBN: 9781917458399
  • Author: Herbert Tillander
  • Publisher: Unicorn
  • Pages: 279
  • Format: Hardback
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Diamond Cuts in Historic Jewellery 1381–1910 explores the evolution of historical diamond cutt ing styles. Richly illustrated with stunning colour photographs, it guides the reader through centuries of craftsmanship, from medieval table cuts and hogbacks to the baroque and rococo rose cuts. This indispensable resource assists collectors, jewellery historians and enthusiasts recognise rare and lesser-known diamond cuts. The book features images of exceptional Renaissance jewellery from prestigious museum collections, alongside photographs of famous diamonds such as the Dresden Green, the Hortensia and Le Beau Sancy. Informative drawings further illustrate the technical intricacies of historical cutting techniques, offering a deeper understanding of their development. With its expert analysis and breathtaking visuals, this book is an essential reference for anyone passionate about antique jewellery and diamond history.

 

 

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About the Author

Herbert Tillander (1909-2006) was the grand old man of the Finnish jewellery industry. Born in St Petersburg, Herbert was a third-generation member of the Tillander family, renowned as jewellers to the Russian Imperial Court and founders of the prestigious A.Tillander jewellery house. A passionate advocate for the goldsmithing trade, he wrote extensively and organized exhibitions that introduced the public to the captivating world of jewellery and gemstones. His lifelong fascination with gemmology led him to play a pivotal role in founding the Finnish Gemmological Society in 1960 and in developing the Scandinavian Diamond Nomenclature, the Nordic diamond grading system.

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