The Jeweler's Directory of Gemstones: A Complete Guide to Appraising and Using Precious Stones From Cut and Color to Shape and Settings
Intended to help the average person learn enough about the properties of gems and the design and marketing of gems and jewelry so they can buy stones or jewelry on the open market. The author accomplishes this purpose admirably using myriad color photo of gems, natural crystals, and fine jewelry... Even those of us who do not buy gems can learn much from this work. (Bob JonesRock and Gem2007-07-00)An invaluable resource.... Libraries will find this holds wide appeal for a range of gem crafters. (Diane C. DonovanCalifornia Bookwatch, The Midwest Book Review2007-07-00)For jewelers, but it is just as well suited for buyers and wearers of gemstone jewelry. (Lori D.KranzAmerican Reference Books Annual2007-01-00)A blend of delightful eye candy with sapphires, emeralds, rubies, jade, quartz and pearls and practical lessons about to look for in a piece, the best cuts, and how to detect the synthetic stones from the fakes. A beautiful tabletop book for those who adore jewelry and an excellent education resource for consumers. (Tanya EnbergToronto 24 Hours2006-11-01)A valuable tool for understanding and using gemstones... an important investment for those devoted to fine gems. (Kathleen WebbTacoma Way News Tribune2006-12-07)A welcome book for anyone in the craft. (Annie BoulangerThe Record (New Westminster, BC)2006-12-16)A reasonably thorough, convenient resource for anyone wanting to buy and use gemstones in their jewelry....Extremely useful, and I strongly recommend it. (Art Jewelry Magazine2007-03-00)The lavish full-color photographs are well balanced with the text, making this book a feast for the eye. (Lori D. KranzBloomsbury Review2007-01-00)