Understanding Jewellery: 2026 Reprint

Understanding Jewellery is a 2026 reprint reference book covering jewellery identification and dating across the last 200 years. Its publisher describes nearly 1,000 colour illustrations and straightforward explanations, with content on stones, metals, styles and factors affecting value.

At a glance

Covers identification and dating of jewellery made over the last 200 years, according to the publisher.
The listing claims almost 1,000 colour illustrations.
Topics include precious and semi-precious stones, metals, stylistic developments and factors that can affect value.
The publisher describes the explanations as straightforward and non-technical.

Price

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Reference price: ~~£60.00~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Combines visual reference material with guidance on dating, identification and jewellery styles.
Broad scope may suit collectors and dealers seeking one book covering jewellery from the 19th and 20th centuries.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Publication
Publisher	ACC Art Books
Publication date	25 Nov. 2026
Edition	Reprinting November 2026
Language	English
Print length	496 pages
ISBN-10	1788841360
ISBN-13	978-1788841368

Dimensions and installation
Weight listed	2.79 kg
Dimensions	23.4 x 4.57 x 27.9 cm

What to know before buying

The listing states that this title will be released on 25 November 2026 and is available for pre-order. The listed weight of 2.79 kg may make it less convenient to carry than a smaller reference book.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Jewellery collectors looking for an illustrated reference on identifying and dating pieces.
Dealers seeking a broad overview of jewellery styles, stones, metals and value factors.
Readers who prefer visual material and non-technical explanations.

Less suited to

Readers who need a pocket-sized or lightweight reference.
Buyers seeking a specialist guide limited to one jewellery period, stone or appraisal method.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

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Customer feedback describes the book as informative and well illustrated, with praise for the photographed jewellery and its content. This fits the listing’s emphasis on extensive colour illustrations and broad reference coverage. The supplied feedback is positive overall, though it does not establish whether the book will meet every reader’s needs or verify the publisher’s claims.

Positive themes

Customers describe the content as informative.
Customers praise the illustrations and photographed jewellery.

Frequently asked questions

What does Understanding Jewellery cover?

The listing describes a guide to identifying and dating jewellery across the last 200 years, with material on stones, metals, styles and factors affecting value.

How many pages and illustrations are listed?

The book is listed at 496 pages. The publisher claims almost 1,000 colour illustrations.

When is the 2026 reprint due?

The listing gives a publication date of 25 November 2026 and states that it is available for pre-order.

Is it easy for non-specialists to read?

The publisher describes the writing as straightforward and non-technical. This is a publisher claim rather than an independent assessment.