Jewelry Concepts and Technology, Oppi order Untracht, Vintage Jewelry Making Reference Guide, How To

Jewelry Concepts and Technology, Huge Vintage Reference Book
Author: Oppi Untracht
Copyright 1985, Doubleday & Company, Inc.
Hardbound, 840 pages

One of the most comprehensive guides on jewelry techniques (and possibly the best)
A must have classic in the field of jewelry design.

Book includes over 900 photographs in color and black&white, work from over 300 jewelers order from 26 different countries, some projects with step by step directions, and an extensive amount of a wide range of techniques, styles, and processes. Book also includes a glossary of jewelry forms and findings, an international supply list, and a detailed index.

Topics include basic techniques, working with sheet metal, wire, tubing, surface ornamentation, fabrication, casting, metal finishing, stone setting, metal coating, eletroplating, patina, and measurement tables.

VERY GOOD vintage condition. Dust Jacket is still present and just has a little light wear along edges. Book is in near mint shape.

Will probably ship via media mail so allow extra time for delivery (approx 2-14 days once posted)