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- Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd
- ISBN: 1554071666
- WAPI (Tower ID): 100107006
- Release Date: October 9, 2006
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- Tower.com Sales Rank: #64736 in Books (See Top 100 Books Bestsellers)
- #85 in Antiques & Collectibles (See Top 100 Antiques & Collectibles Bestsellers)
- #4 in Jewelry (See Top 100 Jewelry Bestsellers)
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Product DescriptionRun a Quick Search on "The Jeweler's Directory of Gemstones" by Judith Crowe to Browse Related Products:Browse more products related to "The Jeweler's Directory of Gemstones"Browse more products related to "Judith Crowe"Publisher's note"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. If You Enjoy "The Jeweler's Directory of Gemstones (Hardcover)", May We Also Recommend:Customer Reviews for "The Jeweler's Directory of Gemstones (Hardcover)" by Judith Crowe (Author)There are no customer reviews yet. Be the first to write a review! Jewelry Bestsellers
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