The Pearl Book: The Definitive Buying Guide (4th Edition)
Know What You Want. Know What You’re Buying,
Learn the Secrets to Get the Most for Your Money
Finally! Everything you need to buy beautiful pearls with confidence.
Easy to Read • Easy to Understand • Practical • Complete
Instant Answers … to All Your Questions
For people who want a reliable source of information to guide them in the fascinating and complex world of pearls―natural, cultured and imitation. Filled with “insider” tips and advice to help you get what you want.
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Book details
- Author
- Antoinette Matlins
- Imprint
- GemStone Press, an imprint of Turner Publishing Company
- Published
- Formats
- Paperback, Hardcover
- Subjects
- Antiques & Collectibles › Jewelry
- Topics
- pearls · jewelry buying guide · natural pearls · cultured pearls · imitation pearls · pearl grading · caring for pearls · gemstones
- ISBN-13
- 9780943763545 (Paperback)9781683364139 (Hardcover)
About the author
ANTOINETTE MATLINS, PG, FGA, is the most widely read author in the world on gems and jewelry, with over one million copies of her seven books in print across nine languages. Her books include Jewelry & Gems at Auction: The Definitive Guide to Buying & Selling at the Auction House & on Internet Auction Sites, Engagement & Wedding Rings: The Definitive Buying Guide for People in Love and Gem Identification Made Easy.
Matlins holds the Accredited Gemologists Association’s highest award for excellence in gemology and served as gemology editor of National Jeweler magazine. She is also the author of the "Gemstones" chapter in the Encyclopedia of Investments, second edition.
When not writing, Matlins leads the Accredited Gemologists Association’s nationwide campaign against gemstone investment telemarketing scams and is retained by clients worldwide to acquire fine, rare or unusual gems and jewels. Her books educate consumers on buying, selling and evaluating gems and jewelry.