This comprehensive and richly illustrated hardcover, published by The Pepin Press, offers a fascinating global survey of royal finery, from the ancient wreaths of Greece to the modern treasures of European and Asian monarchies. Author René Brus, a renowned Dutch specialist in royal regalia, provides expert historical context on the evolution of crowns, coronation rituals, and the symbolic power of gemstones across diverse cultures. The book is an essential reference for historians and jewelry enthusiasts alike, featuring high-quality photography and detailed research. It is in very good condition with a clean, bright dust jacket and a tight binding; internal pages appear crisp and unmarked, showing only very minor shelf wear to the edges of the jacket.