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Gem Identification Made Easy, 6th Ed: A Hands-On Guide to More Confident Buying & Selling by Antoinette Matlins, A. C. Bonanno

Gem Identification Made Easy, 6th Ed: A Hands-On Guide to More Confident Buying & Selling by Antoinette Matlins, A. C. Bonanno

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Enjoy learning about using the tools of the gem trade from two renowned experts.

Revised, updated and expanded edition of the first and only book of its kind. Covers the latest gems, synthetics, treatments and equipment. Easy to use. Practical. Nontechnical. Shows how to identify diamonds, colored gemstones and pearls, and separate them from fakes and lookalikes. Explains what equipment is needed, how to use it, where to get it and what should be seen for each gemstone.

Faster than you can imagine, anyone can learn to identify most of the gems and imitations found in the marketplace. This practical volume is the key to avoiding costly mistakes and recognizing profitable opportunities. Essential reading for collectors, investors, jewelry lovers, hobbyists, jewelers, antique dealers and gemology students. With this highly accessible guide, anyone can begin to master gem identification.

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  • Gem Identification Made Easy, 6th Ed: A Hands-On Guide to More Confident Buying & Selling

    Antoinette Matlins, A. C. Bonanno

    9780997014556

  • Binding: Hard Cover with dust jacket

    Copyright: 2016

    Pages: 378

    Size: 6.25 x 9.25 in.

    Condition: New

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