Dichroscopes Made Easy: The "RIGHT-WAY" Guide to Using Gem Identification Tools

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.