Once Upon a Diamond: A Family Tradition of Royal Jewels

Lovers and connoisseurs of fine jewelry should be enthralled with this glossy tome. It is a perfect blend of timeless elegance and beauty with history, often personal, interwoven throughout. The many photographs, often from the family archive bring to life a bygone era and offer historical context to the gorgeous jewels which accompany them. Prince Dimitri himself carries on in this fine tradition whilst his designs offer us a touch of whimsical modern spirit. The volume is well written and its quality - paper, photos, layout are outstanding. I highly recommend to lovers of beauty everywhere. Dear Santa: this one is a gift to cherish (hint, hint)!

An interesting and absorbing book, well-written, with insightful research into the histories of (mostly) south European royal families and their jewellery. Complicated family trees. Victoria was indeed "the grandmother of Europe". Gorgeous photos.

Magnifique livre sur la Famille Royale de Yougoslavie : émouvante et belle dynastie. C'est un ouvrage fort bien documenté, d'un esthétisme à couper le souffle. Je recommande à 100% pour tous les fans du Prince Dimitri de Yougoslavie qui est élégant, cultivé, racé d'une rare gentillesse et d'un courage admirable. 20/20

Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia brings to publication photographs from his private collection of his royal family members, and going back generations, and their jewellery. This is a lavish and wonderful book filled with high quality photographs of sparkling jewellery that further includes pieces from Prince Dimitri's most recent creations. A wonderful addition to any library with an interest in fine jewellery and in their emminent patrons and collectors.

I received this charming book as a gift from a friend, and to my delight, was signed graciously in Gold marker by His Serine highness Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia himself!I was so thrilled I bought another as a gift for a friend.I found the historical photographs exsqiste & quite informative.Carolina Herrera's forward is as lovely & elagant as her fashions.The touching & warm introduction by Francois Curiel adds the perfect French touch.The photography by Mark Roskams are sumptuous and compliment the artistic jewelry craftsmanship of Prince Dimitri,His cufflinks are my favorite in book!