{"title":"Series: Modern Guide","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the 'Modern Guide' series, a vibrant collection dedicated to offering readers insightful explorations into contemporary culture through a historical lens. These expertly-crafted guides are designed for anyone with a thirst for knowledge and a love for the arts and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection includes gems like \u003cem\u003eThe Modern Guide to Vintage Jewellery\u003c\/em\u003e, which will take you on a sparkling journey through time. Discover the fascinating world of vintage adornments, beautifully brought to life through detailed descriptions and striking visuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese books are perfect for enthusiasts and curious newcomers alike, seeking to deepen their understanding of various arts and cultural niches. Each volume is crafted to be engaging, educational, and accessible, making this series an essential companion for those keen to broaden their horizons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a collector aiming to refine your knowledge or simply someone who loves to explore the cultural past and its modern-day interpretations, the 'Modern Guide' series is your ideal guide to navigating the rich tapestry of arts and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-modern-guide-to-vintage-jewellery-by-beth-bernstein-9781788843362","title":"The Modern Guide to Vintage Jewellery","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Modern Guide to Vintage Jewellery\u003c\/em\u003e takes the reader on a tour from the 1930s through to the early 1980s, scouting out the most desirable, collectible and enduring styles of the time. Beginning the tour with the later part of the Art Deco period, the book then guides the reader through the three periods of Retro jewellery during prewar, wartime and post-war optimism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThen we're off to the cocktail suburban lifestyle of the '50s, the rebellious '60s, the glitter and glamour of the '70s disco era, and the new 'career-woman' style of the '80s. On our journey, we visit stars from Hollywood's Golden Era and beyond, and the renowned jewellers who designed for them and became legends in their own right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a novice or consummate collector, a starter vintage dealer, shop owner, burgeoning jewellery historian or student of jewellery making, this book is a must-read for all enthusiasts and collectors of vintage jewellery. \u003cem\u003eThe Modern Guide to Vintage Jewellery\u003c\/em\u003e will show you how to identify the most popular gemstones, materials, styles and collectible pieces in the market today, as well as divulging invaluable information from dealers and experts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAUTHOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beth Bernstein has over 20 years of experience in all facets of the jewellery industry. A jewellery historian, author and journalist, her books include \u003cem\u003eIf These Jewels Could Talk\u003c\/em\u003e (ACC Art Books, 2015), \u003cem\u003eJewelry's Shining Stars\u003c\/em\u003e (Fine Points Publishing, 2013), \u003cem\u003eMy Charmed Life\u003c\/em\u003e (Penguin, 2012), and \u003cem\u003eJewelry's Shining Stars: The Next Generation\u003c\/em\u003e (ACC Art Books, 2014). Bernstein has contributed to many magazines, journals and publications including The Plunge.com, Accent, Forum, Departures, Newsday and The Huffington Post, and was senior editor for two national jewellery magazines. She launched her own online jewellery magazine in 2017, Bejeweledmag.com. Bernstein lectures at, runs and participates in seminars at various jewellery fairs and educational events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSELLING POINTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTakes the reader on a tour of vintage jewellery from the 1930s through to the early 1980s\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShows you how to identify gemstones, materials, styles, collectible pieces, and much more\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlso available in this series is \u003cem\u003eThe Modern Guide to Antique Jewellery\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e200 colour illustrations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46766090223852,"sku":"9781788843362","price":79.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24962663482824.jpg?v=1756292696"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/series-modern-guide.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}