Treasures of the Diamond Fund of Russia

The only album in which the masterpieces of jewelry art from the collection of the Diamond Fund of Russia are presented in such a complete volume, one of the most famous and richest jewelry collections in the worldPhotographs of each... exhibit are accompanied by historical references, allowing to trace all stages of the formation of the famous collectionFor this publication, a special high-resolution shoot was conducted, which allowed to reproduce the brilliance of precious stones and metals in all their splendorThe publication is a masterpiece of printmaking with impeccable print quality, the use of two types of paper and a special lacquer coatingSLAVO Publishing presents the album "Treasures of the Diamond Fund of Russia" – the only publication dedicated to the unique collection of masterpieces of jewelry art of the 18th–20th centuries. The formation of this richest collection – from Peter I's decree on the creation of a storage of crown valuables to the opening of a permanent exhibition in the Armory Chamber building in 1967 – is inextricably linked with the history of the Russian state.Every year, millions of visitors become acquainted with the beautiful creations of the past, the works of contemporary jewelers, domestic and foreign diamonds and brilliants, unique collections of gold and platinum nuggets. The priceless treasures of the collection of the Diamond Fund of Russia delight and amaze, awaken the imagination, make one remember those who created them, and those for whom they were intended. Unlike many masterpieces that have vanished without a trace, they survived the storms of wars and revolutions and constitute the glory and pride of Russian history and art, belonging to the nation.This publication will introduce readers to the history of the Diamond Fund of Russia and its unique exhibits – amazing creations of nature and human hands, which made gold, silver, and sparkling precious stones blend into a single harmonious whole, enriching not only their era and their people but also the culture of all humanity.The album "Treasures of the Diamond Fund of Russia" is a luxurious gift and an exquisite decoration for a home library.