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The "unofficial" Bible for jewelry and gem buyers! Now with full-color photography throughout!

This authoritative guidebook explains how to buy diamonds, pearls, precious and other popular colored gems, gold and jewelry with confidence and knowledge. The classic complete general guide.

This completely updated and expanded edition includes new sections on design and style, the latest shapes and innovative cuts, pearls, gold and platinum, as well as full coverage of recently discovered gems and new treatments and trickery to look out for, including the latest on Internet fraud. Easy to read and understand, Jewelry and Gems: The Buying Guide covers every aspect of purchasing and enjoying jewelry and gems.