Feast your eyes on the most brilliant bling from around the world in
this opulent opus, celebrating iridescent animals, things that glitter
and glow, a wealth of shiny wonders, and more lavish luxuries from our
planet.
Did you know that with its 2,868 diamonds, 273 pearls, 17 sapphires, 11
emeralds, and 5 rubies the British imperial state crown weighs more than
a guinea pig? Or if you have $3.5 million to spare you can buy a solid
gold toilet? Or that there's a cave in Mexico containing giant crystals
that are as long as a school bus?
From upscale splurges to flashy fun in nature, this treasure trove is
filled with wonders that will dazzle and delight. Read about how nature
struts its stuff with tantalizing tidbits about animals, including a few
that literally glitter with iridesence to confuse predators. Or maybe
you'll strike it rich after reading about Crater of Diamonds State Park
in Arkansas, U.S.A., where anyone can go hunt for sparkling gems. Dig
into info about the world's mysterious minerals, gorgeous geodes, and
ritzy rocks. Discover extravagant expenditures like Canada's
million-dollar solid gold coin. Learn all about the splendid science of
diamonds that rain from the sky in space. Get the secret behind glowing
bioluminescence. And go back in time to uncover palatial palaces, the
riches of royalty, and other ancient treasures.
To show off the lush content in proper fashion, readers will be dazzled
by hundreds of fun flashy photos throughout.