A unique look at jewelry made in Egypt over the last 100 years, lavishly illustrated with 200 colour photgraphs.
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An archaeological investigation into the ancient nucleus of medieval and modern Cairo.
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One of the most diverse and fascinating countries in the world seen through the eyes of early writers and travelers.
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The sumptuousness and grandeur of Nubian gold jewelry analyzed and illustrated for the first time