Page 421 - (DK Eyewitness) Travel Guide - The Netherlands

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Prints of Dutch windmills

Old Maps and Prints
Amsterdam in particular has made its mark
in the field of cartography. Many antique
shops sell atlases and books of prints.
Reproductions of maps of Amsterdam and Russia

Inlaid diamond necklace

Diamonds
Diamonds were cut in
Amsterdam as early as the 16th
century, and the town continues
to be one of the main diamond Diamonds of different colours
Diamond brooch centres of the world. Many
jewellers sell uncut diamonds
and second-hand diamond rings.

Modern Delftware
Modern blue Delftware items decorated with
windmills or other images of Holland are
available in the form of tea sets, sculptures,
vases and even royal Delft ashtrays. When
buying, make sure that there is a certificate of
authenticity (see p32) to go with it.
Delftware mugs

Makkum Pottery
This colourful earthenware,
primarily tiles, plates and
bowls, is still produced
by the Tichelaar factory
(see p33) at Makkum
in Friesland.

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