The author of this book takes you on a fascinating tour of 100 years of collectible jewelry starting in 1850. Within this time span you will find the fashion trends of the Victorian, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Art Deco, Art Moderne, and the Modern Jewelry eras. It starts off with the history of jewelry, and continues on to list 100’s of stunning jewelry pieces such as: hair combs, necklaces, rings, lockets, bracelets and more. They’re all shown with color photos and include a description and current values. Also included is a thorough glossary and cross-reference index. This book is both a valuable collectors’ guide and fascinating journey through a century filled with changes that will be appreciated by any collector or fan of antique jewelry.