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SUGGESTED READING
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Engagement & Wedding Rings: The Definitive Buying Guide for People in Love by Antonio C. Bonanno. 2nd edition, Gemstone Pr, 1999 "Recommended reading . . . for any couple about to get engaged." - Paul Harvey, Paul Harvey News more |
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Diamond Ring Buying Guide: How to Evaluate, Identify and Select Diamonds & Diamond Jewelry by Renee Newman. 6th edition, International Jewelry Publications, 2003 "Highly recommended! Excellent photographs. Another easily read and understood guide by a respected gemologist." more |
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Jewelry Handbook: How to Select, Wear & Care for Jewelry by Renee Newman. International Jewelry Publications, 2007 If you’d like to look good in your jewelry and be a smart buyer, consult the Jewelry Handbook. It’s like a Jewelry 101 course... more |
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The Nature of Diamonds by George E. Harlow. Cambridge University Press, 1997 The Nature of Diamonds provides a comprehensive history of this most coveted of all gems, complete with more than 200 photos, 150 in full color. more |
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Blood Diamonds: Tracing the Deadly Path of the World's Most Precious Stones by Greg Campbell. Westview Press, 2002 Campbell explains that "conflict diamonds," are mined in war zones, smuggled out of the country, and sold to legitimate companies, financing ruinous civil wars and the plots of international terrorists, including the al Qaeda network. more |
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Answers to Questions About Old Jewelry: Covers 1840-1950 by Jeanenne Bell. 6th edition, Krause Publications, 2003 This book helps readers accurately circa date their pieces, authenticate and identify metals, and determine value. With 2000 updated prices, this revised edition is a key reference for dealers, collectors, and appraisers. more |
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How to Be a Jewelry Detective by Jeanenne Bell. 5th edition, Krause Publications, 2001 Jeanenne Bell, one of the nation's leading jewelry authorities, puts her 30 years of experience to work providing clues that help separate the old from the new, the gold from the gold-plated, the diamonds from the rhinestones and the junk from the jewels. more |
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Jewelry: From Antiquity to the Present (World of Art) by Clare Phillips. Thames & Hudson, 1996 This is probably the best general overview one could ask of the subject of jewelry history. Starting around 30,000 BC, the book covers a wide variety of styles and eras. It is lavishly illustrated in color and b/w, with excellent detail. more |
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An Illustrated Dictionary of Jewelry by Harold Nieman. Reissue edition, Thames & Hudson, 1994 This book is wonderful! Filled with extremely well photographed color and B&W photos of museum quality pieces, used to illustrate the jewelry terms being defined. more |
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Jewels and Jewelry by Clare Phillips. Watson-Guptill Pubns, 2000 The book is divided into three sections. The first part describes the materials used in jewelry making; the second offers a chronological history of jewelry pieces; and the third covers manufacturing and distribution, including hallmarks. more |
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The Master Jewelers by A. Kenneth Snowman. Thames & Hudson, 2002 In 15 chapters written by as many connoisseurs and scholars, the book considers the history and productivity of various legendary jewelry firms (e.g., Cartier) and master craftsmen in the decorative and applied arts. more |
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Timepieces: Masterpieces of Chronometry by David Christianson. Firefly Books, 2002 A renowned watchmaker unfolds horological history from the sundial to the atomic clock, accenting the inventions and artistry of the craft in a colorfully attractive book. more |
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Collecting & Repairing Watches by Max Cutmore. David & Charles, 2001 This book examines the technology and manufacture of all types of watch; offers collectors advice on what to look for; and includes a step-by-step assessment guide to use when purchasing. more |
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The Quest for Life in Amber by George Poinar, Roberta Poinar (Contributor). Perseus Publishing, 1995 The Poinars, an entomologist and an electron microscopist, roamed the world gathering samples and, in their laboratory, meticulously searched for ways to examine the stones in order to gather evidence about the ancient forests that produced them. more |
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Gemstones of the World by Walter Schumann. Revised edition, Sterling, 2000 An even larger version of the most complete reference book ever published on the subject. All the gemstones ever discovered are treated in their many variations. More than 1,500 full-color photos. more |
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The Curious Lore of Precious Stones by George Frederick Kunz. Dover Pubns, 1971 Foremost gemologist presents definitive study of the magical abilities and strange characteristics of precious stones. Wide range of sources (Greek, Latin documents, medieval lapidaries, Eddas, Egyptian writings, Oriental gem books, the Bible). more |
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Jewelry & Gems at Auction: The Definitive Guide to Buying & Selling at the Auction House & on Internet Auction Sites by Antoinette Matlins, Jill Newman (Contributor). Gemstone Pr, 2002 Expert guidance to help you enter today's fastest-growing marketplace for gems and jewelry. This definitive guide to buying and selling at auction covers both the unique risks and opportunities to be found--how to make a profit on yesterday's treasures or find a valuable treasure of you own. more |
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Gem & Jewelry Pocket Guide: A Traveler's Guide to Buying Diamonds, Colored Gems, Pearls, Gold and Platinum Jewelry by Renee Newman. International Jewelry Publications, 2001 Important information on how to select jewelers and appraisers; a chapter on notable gem sources and which countries are noted for specific gems; information on coral, ivory and amber; precautions one must take when buying from an unfamiliar source; and customs regulations, duties and how to use lab reports. more |
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Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald Buying Guide: How to Evaluate, Identify, Select & Care for These Gemstones by Renee Newman. 2nd edition, International Jewelry Publications, 2002 Illustrated with color photographs showing close-ups and magnifications of details such as finish, settings, cut, clarity, flaws, and fakes. Sections on testing and judging the real from the fake are sophisticated enough for professionals to use. more |
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Gemstone Buying Guide: How to Evaluate, Identify, Select & Care for Colored Gems by Renee Newman, John Raimo. 2nd edition, International Jewelry Publications, 2003 Written for both consumers and professionals, this guide gives pointers on how to buy gemstones, with advice on price comparison, quality evaluation, fake stones, gem treatments, and gem cleaning and care. more |
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Jewelry & Gems: The Buying Guide--How to Buy Diamonds, Pearls, Colored Gemstones, Gold & Jewelry With Confidence and Knowledge by Antoinette Matlins, A. C. Bonanno. 5th edition, Gemstone Pr, 2001 Updated price guides and advice on cut, settings, and metals; questions to ask before purchase; advice on selecting a jeweler, appraiser, and insurer; and charts of diamond gradings, gem names, and more. more |
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Simon & Schuster's Guide to Gems and Precious Stones by Simon & Schuster. Fireside, 1986 Simon & 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 from time immemorial. more |
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