The Story of Gold

Spanning billions of years from the Big Bang to the present day, this richly illustrated book tells the true stories behind 30 gold museum objects from around the world. Let the allure of gold take affect as you discover the stories of Pharaohs and emperors, pirates and prospectors, warrior queens, samurai and more…
The book’s glorious golden treasures include Pharaoh Tutankhamun’s million-dollar tomb. ‘The Story of Gold’ also explores gold rushes, gold vaults and gold regalia, as well as gold in space. Each story shows why gold is so precious, and what makes it alluring.