Jack Ogden is a historian specializing in gems and jewelry. He has a Ph.D. from Durham University and is an elected Fellow of both the Society of Antiquaries and the Gemmological Association of Great Britain.
"For serious scholarship combined with a highly readable and
entertaining text, this book is unbeatable." —Judy Rudoe, The
British Museum Magazine
“Ogden’s work is important, original, and of sound scholarship.
Jewelry historians will find this book a significant and
magnificent contribution.”—Al Gilbertson, author of American Cut:
The First 100 Years
“Diamonds is a remarkable history presented by a true story teller!
Jack Ogden is not only an admired academic and a researcher of
enviable skill, he has the rare ability to portray fascinating
historic facts almost like an adventure story.”—David Warren,
Senior International Jewellery Director, Christie’s
“Jack Ogden traces the ascent of the Indian diamond in world art,
trade and history, also providing insights into the evolving styles
and techniques of cutting the gem.”—Navina Haidar, Curator, Islamic
Art, The Metropolitan Museum of Art
“There are very few published works that explore this subject, and
certainly none that are based on as extensive a collection of
research of the diamond and its history as a gemstone.”—Dr. Çiğdem
Lüle, Kybele LLC
"From mystical myths to majestic power, Jack Ogden's history of
diamonds is testimony to the eternal desire for the king of gems.
His stories transcend the magnificent gems to the people behind
them—from Indian miners to European royalty, for whom diamonds were
the ultimate symbol of wealth and power."—Martin Rapaport,
Chairman, Rapaport Group
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