The Artisan's Library

Field notes on Italian 18k gold: the craft, the hallmarks, and six centuries of goldsmithing on the Ponte Vecchio.

Ponte Vecchio picture with a focus on the three archs part of the bridge
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Ponte Vecchio Jewelry: The Complete Guide

Ponte Vecchio has been Florence's gold district since 1593, when the Medici replaced its butcher shops with goldsmiths. Every piece sold on the bridge carries an...

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