The author considers rings in all their forms and makes their context come alive through paintings, drawings and vivid quotations.

Each ring is illustrated with one or more black and white photograph, with 500 superb colour photos of the most important pieces. Major trends in ring design are outlined, and explanations and anecdotes are given on many of the individual rings. Supplementary images provide additional visual reference for the historical context. This deluxe book introduces the finest, most exhaustive private collection of finger rings in the world: the Hashimoto Collection. Organised chronologically by culture, it begins with the Ancient Mediterranean World, and progresses

Presents a wide range of creative wedding ring designs from the world's most innovative designers and jewelers, showcasing a collection of contemporary, handmade wedding bands and engagement rings for both men and women by Etienne Peret, James Kaya, and other artists.

"This dynamic gallery book showcases the ring as it is being created and interpreted by leading are jewelers from around the world."--Page 4 of cover.

Metal Clay Rings presents simple instructions for making 18 beautifully designed, wearable rings. Author Irina Miech teaches a wide repertoire of ring-forming skills that readers can develop as the projects move from easy to challenging. The book contains a helpful section on metal clay basics, specialty tools and techniques for making rings, thorough instructions, and clear photographs. Beginners can try such projects as River Stones, Wrapped Leaf-Imprinting, and Burst of Beads. Intermediate beaders can create the Jeweled Project Setting, Moonrise, and Organic Splendor. Advanced crafters can make an Elegant Solitaire, a Whimsical Framed Gem-Bezel, and a Spinner Ring. These are just some of the lovely original designs featured here. Metal Clay Rings encourages beaders to try metal clay and inspires metal clay artists to incorporate beads in wonderful new ways.

Vols. 8-9 include the association's annual report for 1922-24.