"For goldsmiths, collectors, jewelry-makers, investors,
retailers and consumers."
The trade of gemstones is a highly specialized and often
secretive business. Using The Jeweler's Directory of Gemstones,
written by an expert gemstone dealer and designer, will provide any
consumer with the insider knowledge needed to make accurate
judgments of gemstones, to recognize low- and high-quality stones,
and to make a good buy rather than a bad one.
Each full-color spread is packed with concise text, annotated
drawings and beautiful photographs, including a showcase of
virtuoso jewelry designs. Great for informed consumers, the book
includes: Sources and grading Traditional and modern settings
Cutting and faceting Designing a special setting Gemstone groups
Appraising, buying and handling gemstones Diamond types and pearls
Spotting synthetics and fakes.
Here is a sampling of the practical insider information in this
book: Using a loupe to examine a stone Understanding laser cutting
and carving Identifying synthetic diamonds Buying at gem fairs and
from dealers Cleaning and storing stones.
No other book has this kind expert advice -- up-to-date,
clearly presented and fully illustrated -- on evaluating and using
gemstones.
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