Britain is a well-known manufacturer of jewellery and artistic gift-ware as well as a global distribution centre for rough diamonds.

Britain forms the greater part of the British Isles. It comprises England, Wales and Scotland (Great Britain) along with Northern Ireland and some small islands. For an area of 244, 100 sq. kms., it has a population of over 59.8 million. English is the official language and Pound Sterling, the unit of currency.