Ice Cold: A Hip-Hop Jewelry History

The evolution of hip-hop jewelry as a statement of identity and self-expression. Lavishly illustrated with hundreds of images featuring major hip-hop artists, this book showcases the transformative journey from iconic pieces like Run-DMC's gold Adidas pendants to the extravagant designs of Pharrell Williams, Jay-Z, Gucci Mane, and Cardi B.

Vikki Tobak delves into the work of pioneering jewelers such as Tito Caicedo, Eddie Plein, and Jacob the Jeweler, as well as newer artisans like Avianne & Co., Ben Baller, Greg Yuna, Johnny Dang, and Eliantte. With a foreword by Slick Rick and essays by A$AP Ferg, LL COOL J, Kevin "Coach K' Lee, and Pierre "P" Thomas, "Ice Cold" goes beyond ostentatious bling to tell a transformative story that is both loud and proud.