This outstanding, richly illustrated book by world-renowned author Richard W. Hughes leads the reader into the mysterious world of rubies and sapphires. As the foremost expert on these extraordinary gemstones, he comprehensively presents, in words and captivating images, everything worth knowing about these precious stones and their places of origin – from Myanmar to the heights of the Himalayas and the East African savannas. An impressive and comprehensive work – and also a wonderful gift!

384 pages, over 400 often large-format color photos and illustrations, 29 x 25 cm. Hardcover with dust jacket. 2014. In English!