This authoritative guidebook (over 400,000 copies now in printthe only book of its kind ever offered by Consumer Reports) 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 sections on design and style, pearls, gold and platinum, as well as full coverage of recently discovered gems to look out for))and new treatments and trickery to look out for. Easy to read and understand, Jewelry and Gems: The Buying Guide covers every aspect of purchasing and enjoying jewelry and gems.