Now that you've seen the Books that would I recommend for buying
Diamonds and Engagement Rings, lets move on to Gemstones, Metals, Pearls and Beads! (Which includes
Wire Jewelry Making as well!)
There are some wonderful Books on the market for Gemstones. Unbelievable guides on buying and selling Gemstones. They will teach you not only the basics needed for evaluating gems, but also How to Identify them. That's a very cool thing to learn.
Plus, I also recommend Books on Rocks and Minerals. Fascinating books that talk all about Rocks, Minerals and Metals like Gold, Platinum, Titanium and Silver! And let's not forget Pearls and Beads and Jewelry Making! Huge topics with some great visual books that you will just adore. So let's take a closer look!
GEMSTONE BUYING GUIDE - HOW TO EVALUATE,
IDENTIFY, SELECT & CARE FOR COLORED GEMS
Renee Newman, the master of Diamonds and Gemstones, comes forth with the Ultimate book on Gemstone Buying. He dives into Shapes & Cutting Styles, Fancy Cuts, Carving & even Terms. The Photos are Crisp, Clean & Beautiful! The Chapters are detailed & informative. You'll learn things like: Evaluating Gemstone Color. How Light affects Gem Color. Judging Transparency & Inclusions!
Everything you need to learn to be able to View, Identify and Judge the Price of Gemstones are in here. Star & Cat's Eye Stones! Synthetics! Deceptive Practices! It's in here! Plus great descriptions about Gemstones like: Iolites, Garnet, Jade, Lapis, Malachite, Feldspars, Opal, Sapphire, Zircon, Azurite, Hematite and more. It even has a Gem IQ Test! This is a Must Read! Must Buy!
GEMSTONES - (DK POCKETS)
POCKETS FULL OF KNOWLEDGE
I can't tell you enough how I love DK books! They are masters when it comes to putting information together. I love DK and I especially love these little pocket sized books. You can take them everywhere. They're full of Awesome Photos, Interesting Facts and Touch on just about Every Gemstone out there!
It's a great quick read that not only divides Gemstones up by Mineral and Organic Properties, but they actually divide Gemstones up by Color! Reds, Greens, Blues, Purples, Yellows, it's a very cool way to view and select Gemstones! Plus, they have a whole section in the back of the book on Gemstone Care & Cleaning, Making Jewelry & a large Table that deals with the Structure, Hardness & even the Price of Gems! It's a wonderful book, I highly recommend it!
ROCKS & MINERALS - (DK POCKETS)
POCKETS FULL OF KNOWLEDGE
Rocks and Minerals follows in the Gemstones footprints. If you love reading about Rocks and Gems, then this book is for you. This small hand-held book is a delightful journey into Minerals like: Diamond, Salt, Calcite, Gypsum and Beryl. Dk Pocket Books divides Minerals up not only by Rock formation, but by Color as well. Silvers, Gold, Greens, Blues & Browns! You'll love to look at the photos and read all about Copper, Olivine, Sulfur, Graphite, Platinum & Fluorite.
Rocks are divided into Igneous, Granite, Obsidian, Gabbro, Basalt, Metamorphic, Slate, Marble, Gneiss, Limestone & even Rocks from Space! Yes, it's in here! Trust me, you'll love the Facts & wonderful Photos, you'll love the quick read style it has, & you'll be more than happy that you bought this book! Pick it up now!
THE PEARL BOOK
THE DEFINITIVE BUYING GUIDE
If you crave Pearl knowledge, there's only one book to buy... The Pearl Book by Antoinette Matlins! This book will teach you how to Select, Buy, Care For, & Enjoy Pearls. It's easy to read, easy to understand, and will quickly answer all of your questions. With topics like: What is a Pearl? The Moods of Pearls. Quality & Artificial Enhancements, Pearl Choices, Pearl Prices & What to ask when buying Pearls, your Pearl journey will be complete!
They even have charts for Nacre Thickness, Grading Pearls and Uniform & Graduated Lengths! So whether it's South Sea Pearls, Tahitian Black Pearls, Freshwater Pearls or Mabe Pearls, you'll love the photos, facts and the detailed information! You'll be ready for your next Pearl Shopping experience!
TEACH YOURSELF VISUALLY
JEWERLY MAKING & BEADING
The Teach Yourself Visually Books are some of the best books on the market. If you're like me, you will appreciate the huge colorful images that show you step by step instructions. It really gives you a hands on approach. And with Jewelry Making being so popular, these books excel! Beads, Wires, fun things found around the house, this book will help you create some awesome pieces of art that are wearable and fun!
Chris Michaels walks you through techniques that inspire and get your creative juices flowing. Each skill is combined with detailed photographs that show close-up tricks and tips! If you want to learn how to make your own Jewelry, Necklaces & Bracelets, you will find this book priceless! Grab some pliers and wire, this book is for you!
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