1000 Rings: Inspiring Adornments for the Hand                                               1000 Anéis: Inspirados adornos para as mãos
Diverso, extensivo, e incrivelmente bonito, essa maravilhosa coleção nos apresenta aos mais lindos anéis de todos os tempos. De designs que vão dos mais tradicionais aos mais vanguardistas dos avan-gard, cada um dos 1000 exemplos é uma excepcional obra de arte, meticulosamente feita pelos melhores joalheiros contemporâneos. Rob Jackson mistura elementos industriais antigos (a 100-year-old wrought iron nail) com um o radiante ouro de 20 K e o uma esplendorosa pedra de rubi para um dinâmico contraste visual. A coleção de Tomomi Arata, Tesouro sub-aquático, captura o exotismo da vida marinha: ele usa pérolas, enamel,  e areia para criar anéis que parecem que acabaram de sair diretamente de uma rede de corais. Dentre os prestigiados artistas representados: Arline M. Fisch, Michael Zobel, Katja Prins, Paul Preston, and Bruce Metcalf. R$ 175,00.

101 Bench Tips for Jewelers (Paperback)
by Alan Revere This book will help any jeweler speed production, improve quality, and raise profits at the bench. Based on the monthly column in AJM Magazine, 101 Bench Tips for Jewelers is filled with tips for all aspects of bench work, from soldering and stone setting to piercing and polishing, with each tip illustrated in full color. Discover how you can modify common bench tools to enhance productivity; how household items such as dental floss and paper clips can become valuable bench aides; and how easy difficult repairs can become with the help of a few tricks.

Art Jewelry Today (Hardcover)
by Dona Z. Meilach This book showcases an extensive collection of mixed media/art jewelry. It's better than most of the gallery style jewelry books on the market, and I own many. The pictures are gorgeous, you can see the details clearly with so many large photos included. I love the fact that it includes silver, gold, resin, enamel and other mixed media pieces including recycled materials. Some of my favorite artists include Thomas Mann, Cynthia Toops, Susan Sloan and David and Roberta Willamson; they as well as many other talented artists are featured in this book.

Jewellery Moves: Ornament for the 21st Century (Paperback)
by Amanda Game, Elizabeth Goring The msot exciting contemporary jewelery by designers around the world. Gallery of works with discussion of technology, style, philosophy and design ideas. Superb photographs.

Dali Jewels: The Collection of the Gala-Salvador Dali Foundation (Hardcover)
by Salvador Dali

The Master Jewelers (Paperback)
by A. Kenneth Snowman (Editor) Many of the stunning pieces pictured here would be more at home in a museum than adorning mere mortals. These are consummate creations of 19th- and 20th-century designers who chose gems and metals above oils and canvas as their raw materials. In 15 chapters written by as many connoisseurs and scholars, the book considers the history and productivity of various legendary jewelry firms (e.g., Cartier) and master craftsmen in the decorative and applied arts. Whether drawing their inspiration from ancient Rome, the Renaissance or Asia, these undisputed artists often fashioned the fabulous: bejeweled distaffs and diadems; translucent cloisonne enamels; glittering Faberge eggs; a flexible collar of sapphires and diamonds, courtesy of Tiffany workmen, that was 1800 hours in the making. Snowman, head of the London jewelry house Wartski, presents a serious, glitteringly detailed and seductive look at incredible artifacts.

The Penland Book of Jewelry : Master Classes in Jewelry Techniques (Hardcover)
by Marthe Le Van (Editor) From the premier academy for fine crafting comes a third showstopper: a splendidly photographed guide that offers a combination of how-to manual, gorgeous coffee table book, and reflective essays. On breathtaking display are the skills and works of 10 contemporary jewelers who have taught at the school; each artist possesses a special expertise that makes him or her a leader in the field. From John Cogswell's handsome forged metal to Heather White's innovative casting, from Marilyn daSilva's unique use of color to Doug Harling's meticulous granulation of fine gold, the material here is eye-opening and inspirational. Their combined knowledge, thoughtful writing, and stunning pieces make for a one-of-a-kind volume that will aid both jewelers and collectors, and astonish anyone who loves jewelry.

Thomas Mann: Metal Artist (Hardcover)
by Andrei Codrescu, Lloyd E. Herman, Thomas Mann, Michael W. Monroe This book displays a beautifully photographed representation of Thomas Mann's creative genius that is not to be missed. Thomas Mann is a true modern master and this book details his life's work and inspiration from the past three decades. From the use of non-precious metals, found objects, and objects that are created to look old, Thomas's highly recognizable industrial style is an inspiration to many, and he will be remembered for his contribution to the world of jewelry arts, for many years to come.
 

A World of Necklaces : Africa, Asia, Oceania, America (Hardcover)
by Anne Leurquin A World of Necklaces-the fourth book in a series that also features rings, bracelets and earrings-demonstrates the importance and variety of the remarkable Ghysels collection of ethnic jewelry.

The forms, colors and materials of these necklaces are astonishing, while the modernity of some pieces in the collection has not escaped the notice of contemporary jewelry designers.
It is rare for jewelry to have a solely aesthetic purpose, for above all it is anchored in the social, religious and political contexts that lend it meaning. Throughout this book, the author sets out to untangle the intricacies of the way necklaces are used and what they signify. She describes the materials and draws attention to the originality of the craftsmen, who have contributed to the enrichment of a cultural heritage that has long been under threat and which this collection is helping to preserve. The book includes over 300 superb photographs, a glossary, an index, maps and a general bibliography.

Bejeweled : Great Designers, Celebrity Style (Hardcover)
by Penny Proddow, Marion Fasel
The jewelers to the stars are featured in Penny Proddow and Marion Fasel's Bejeweled: Great Designers, Celebrity Style. Peggy Guggenheim in mobile-like Calder earrings; Marlene Dietrich in emeralds and diamonds by Trabert & Hoeffer-Mauboussin; the Duchess of Windsor in Belperron's chalcedony, sapphire and diamond "suite"; Cher in Bulgari's Star Spangled Banner collection; Courtney Love in diamonds by Hafner; and numerous other glitterati and their gems appear in this study in high-profile, top-dollar frivolity. Some of the pieces by Fouquet, Lalique, Flato and a few others are true landmarks. Fashionistas and the Hollywood set will enjoy this tour of some 20th-century streets actually paved with gold.

by Jinks McGrath The author includes a wide variety of jewelry making techniques primarily dealing with metalsmithing. Full color pictures wonderfully illustrate each section. Simple wire projects, such as making jump rings to more advanced techniques such as inlaying are shown and described with enough detail to understand, but not overwhelm the reader. I'd recommend this book for the beginner who wants to learn about jewelry making, or for those who just want to learn more about jewelry making. Also included is a Themes section of artistic jewelry that will inspire you.

Jewelry Concepts and Technology (Hardcover)
by Oppi Untracht The definitive reference for jewelry makers of all levels of ability -- a complete, profusely illustrated guide to design, materials, and techniques, as well as a fascinating exploration of jewelry-making throughout history.

The New Jewelry : Contemporary Materials & Techniques (Arts and Crafts (Lark Books)) (Hardcover)
by Carles Codina What makes a piece of jewelry special isn't the cost--it's the creativity, novelty, and originality that go into the design. And this imaginative and informative compendium of jewelry-making techniques, packed with more than 700 color images and written by the noted jeweler and instructor Carles Codina, features a range of contemporary alternative materials. From paper, wood, and polymer clay to glass, new metal formats, and plastics, each material receives detailed attention, with the key techniques demonstrated in a single, finished project. Mold and embellish paper clay to create a whimsical brooch. Fold rice paper into a sculptural bracelet. To finish in style, there are six additional items to make that build upon earlier skills, including a necklace of hollow ceramic orbs.
 

Jewelry Making : Techniques for Metal (Paperback)
by Tim McCreight Profusely illustrated guide by professional metalsmith and teacher describes various methods for creating modern and classic forms of jewelry from precious metals. Author discusses tools and techniques, use of gems and enamels, wire inlay, casting, and other topics. Easy-to-follow instructions and carefully executed illustrations make it possible for anyone to learn the basics of this age-old art form and fashion beautiful, lasting objects. 72 line illustrations and diagrams.

The Jeweler's Directory Of Decorative Finishes (Paperback)
by Jinks McGrath Anyone who spends time fashioning copper, brass, silver and gold into jewelry will appreciate the wealth of detail in this guide to jewelry finishes. The Jeweler's Directory of Decorative Finishes covers 15 different techniques for creating various decorative finishes from start to finish. More than 350 step-by-step illustrations and photographs guide jewelers through techniques including patination, granulation, fusing and more. Adding gold foil, developing patterns that contrast with by layering metals and inlays, creating exquisite etchings and engravings and more are covered. Illustrations demonstrate various combinations of the different finishes, while instructions bear practical safety tips. An inspiring gallery of work by professional jewelers, using the techniques taught in this easy-to-understand working resource.
-More than 350 color photos and illustrations clearly demonstrate the outcome of each technique
-A collection of 15 different techniques helps artists expand the skills of their craft
-Complete instruction, including necessary tools, makes this useful for experienced and novice artists 

Woven Wire Jewelry : Contemporary Designs and Creative Techniques (Beadwork How-To series) (Paperback)
by Christine Ritchey, Linda L Chandler                       Knitting News "This book is for anyone interested in designing gorgeous pieces of jewelry."
Art Jewelry "A very good buy for the beginning wireworker."