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Gems: A Lively Guide for the Casual Collector (Rocks, Minerals and Gemstones)
Gems: A Lively Guide for the Casual Collector (Rocks, Minerals and Gemstones)
by Daniel J Dennis
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In this lively guide for the casual collector, Dennis covers in detail more than 100 different gems--from diamonds, pearls, and rubies to emeralds, jade, opals, and a host of less-familiar stones as well. 55 full-color illustrations.... (read more)

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The Jeweler's Directory of Gemstones: A Complete Guide to Appraising and Using Precious Stones from Cut and Color to Shape and Settings
The Jeweler's Directory of Gemstones: A Complete Guide to Appraising and Using Precious Stones from Cut and Color to Shape and Settings
by Judith Crowe
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A well-illustrated reference for anyone needing to make accurate judgements about gemstones, including sources and grading, settings, cutting and faceting, gemstone groups, appraising, spotting synthetics and fakes and much more.... (read more)

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Trigger Issues: Diamonds (Trigger Issues)
Trigger Issues: Diamonds (Trigger Issues)
by Nikki Van Der Gaag
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The ultimate 'rocks': desired, possessed, traded, stolen, smuggled and, literally for many, 'to die for'.... (read more)

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Book of Diamonds
Book of Diamonds
by Joan Y Dickinson
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Fascinating, profusely illustrated volume covers complete history and lore of diamonds — from early discoveries in India's Golconda mines to the development of major mining companies. Photos of famous diamonds, rings, bracelets, tiaras and other... (read more)

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Jewels: A Secret History
Jewels: A Secret History
by Victoria Finlay
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Throughout history, precious stones have inspired passions and poetry, quests and curses, sacred writings and unsacred actions. In this scintillating book, journalist Victoria Finlay embarks on her own globe-circling search for the real stories behind... (read more)

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Diamonds, 3rd Edition-The Antoinette Matlins Buying Guide: How to Select, Buy, Care for & Enjoy Diamonds
Diamonds, 3rd Edition-The Antoinette Matlins Buying Guide: How to Select, Buy, Care for & Enjoy Diamonds
by Antoinette Matlins
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Whether buying for personal pleasure or for investment, in today's marketof Internet auctions, new diamond cuts, new colors, new treatments and new fraudsbuyers need a source of expert guidance. This comprehensive guide, from diamond expert and best... (read more)

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Gemstones: Understanding, Identifying, Buying
Gemstones: Understanding, Identifying, Buying
by Keith Wallis
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-A new, updated edition of this bestselling guide to understanding, identifying and buying gemstones -Includes many new images, updated text and a new section on jewelry -A clear, uncomplicated approach to the subject, illustrated in color throughout... (read more)

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Mikimoto
Mikimoto
by Nick Foulkes
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Born to a noodle-maker in the small town of Toba, Japan, Kokichi Mikimoto followed his vision and passion, becoming one of the world's greatest inventors. His creation--the cultured pearl. Throughout history this rare jewel of the sea has possessed... (read more)

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A Girl's Guide to Buying Diamonds: How to Choose, Evaluate, and Buy the Diamond You Want
A Girl's Guide to Buying Diamonds: How to Choose, Evaluate, and Buy the Diamond You Want
by Randi Molofsky
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With the "right-hand diamond" all the rage right now, it is important for women to stay informed of the particulars when it comes to shopping for a diamond. Even if a woman is searching for an engagement ring with her fiance she should learn the basics... (read more)

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The National Gem Collection
The National Gem Collection
by Jeffrey E Post
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The Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of Natural History holds the world's greatest collection of gems. In this beautiful book, now available in paperback, Dr. Jeffrey E. Post, curator of the National Gem and Mineral Collection, discusses... (read more)

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Colored Gemstones: The Antoinette Matlins Buying Guide: How Select, Buy, Care for & Enjoy Sapphires, Emeralds, Rubies and Other Colored Gems with Conf
Colored Gemstones: The Antoinette Matlins Buying Guide: How Select, Buy, Care for & Enjoy Sapphires, Emeralds, Rubies and Other Colored Gems with Conf
by Antoinette Matlins
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This authoritative guide explains how to buy colored gemstones with confidence and knowledge in an easy-to-read format. This no-nonsense book is the "unofficial bible" for all who want to get the most for their money. Illustrations.... (read more)

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Simon & Schuster's Guide to Gems and Precious Stones (Rocks, Minerals and Gemstones)
Simon & Schuster's Guide to Gems and Precious Stones (Rocks, Minerals and Gemstones)
by Kennie Lyman
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Simon and Schuster's Guide to Gems and Precious Stones provides both the connoisseur and the casual collector with a compact, easy-to-use volume describing more than 100 rare varieties of minerals whose beauty and mystery have possessed our imaginations... (read more)

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Gemstones (Smithsonian Handbooks)
Gemstones (Smithsonian Handbooks)
by Cally Hall
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Smithsonian Handbooks are the most visually appealing guides on the natural world in the book marketplace. Featuring more than 500 full-color illustrations and photographs, along with detailed annotations, Smithsonian Handbooks make identification easy... (read more)

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Colored Gemstones 2ND Edition
Colored Gemstones 2ND Edition
by Antoinette Matlins
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Today's market of gem sales on TV Internet auctions, more gemstone varieties of choose from--"including altogether new gems--"new gem cuts, new treatments and new brauds demands that buyers turn to a source of expert guidance. Whether buying for personal... (read more)

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Diamonds: The Antoinette Matlins Buying Guide: How to Select, Buy, Care for & Enjoy Diamonds with Confidence and Knowledge
Diamonds: The Antoinette Matlins Buying Guide: How to Select, Buy, Care for & Enjoy Diamonds with Confidence and Knowledge
by Antoinette Matlins
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This beautifully-illustrated, complete guide to accurate jewelry identification and appraisal provides step-by-step instruction in jewelry identification and dating. rewiews the role and responsibilities of the appraiser and describes in detail virtually... (read more)

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Tears of Mermaids
Tears of Mermaids
by Stephen G Bloom
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A round, luminescent pearl is the simplest and most perfect gem. Columbus sought—and found—this precious jewel coveted by his Spanish sovereigns, sparking popularity throughout Europe. Fashion icons Jacqueline Kennedy, Princess... (read more)

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Gems and Gemstones: Timeless Natural Beauty of the Mineral World
Gems and Gemstones: Timeless Natural Beauty of the Mineral World
by Lance Grande
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Gems are objects of wealth, icons of beauty, and emblems of the very best of everything. They are kept as signs of prestige or power. Given as tokens of love and affection, they also come in a kaleidoscopic array of hues and can be either mineral or... (read more)

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Hope: Adventures of a Diamond
Hope: Adventures of a Diamond
by Marian Fowler
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The Hope Diamond–the largest and most beautiful blue diamond ever found–has inspired centuries of legends and lies, fabulous superstition, and fierce passion. French kings and ravishing Hollywood stars have worn it next to their hearts... (read more)

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The Amber Room: The Fate of the World's Greatest Lost Treasure
The Amber Room: The Fate of the World's Greatest Lost Treasure
by Catheri Scott Clark
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One of mankind's greatest treasures, the Amber Room stood as a symbol of Russian glory for over 200 years. But after the Nazi invasion, it was never seen again. Now, in a masterpiece of detection, two investigative journalists reveal what happened to the... (read more)

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The Heartless Stone: A Journey Through the World of Diamonds, Deceit, and Desire
The Heartless Stone: A Journey Through the World of Diamonds, Deceit, and Desire
by Tom Zoellner
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An American Library Association Notable Book   When he proposed to his girlfriend, Tom Zoellner gave what is expected of every American man--a diamond engagement ring. But when the relationship broke apart, he was left with a used diamond that... (read more)

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