Behind the Brooch Binding:Hardback Includes historical background and information

Includes historical background and information on regional traditions

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including compasses and steering systems

Royal Winton

Behind the Brooch Binding:Hardback Includes historical background and informationThe focus of this book is on the side of the brooch that usually isn't noticed: the reverse. When we encounter an attractive piece of jewelry, our instinct is to admire the front, but when we turn it around, it often reveals a secret. The author lets us in on that secret, typically only shared between the maker and the wearer. Clever brooch makers often adorn the back with items meant to complement the front, or the backside may have a unique,