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Gem Identification Made Easy: A Handson Guide To More Confident Buying & Selling, 2Nd Edition
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New, Revised, Expanded Edition Of The First And Only Book Of Its Kind. Covers The Latest Gems, Synthetics, Treatments, And Instruments. Easy To Use. Practical. Nontechnical. Shows How To Identify Diamonds, Colored Gemstones, And Pearls, And Separate Them From Fakes And Lookalikes. Explains What Instruments Are Needed, How To Use Them, Where To Get Them, And What Should Be Seen For Each Gemstone.No Science Background Necessary.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.Selected Contents:Setting Up A Basic Lab.Description Of Each Instrument: What It Will Show & How To Use It.Dark Field Loupe Synthetic Emerald Filters Immersion Cell Synthetic Diamond Detector Loupe Chelsea Filter Electronic Diamond Tester Refractometer Ultraviolet Lamp Microscope Spectroscope Polariscope Dichroscopewhat To Look For, Gem By Gemantique & Estate Jewelry The True Test For The Gem Detective.Dyeing Composite Stones Foil Backing Substitutionsappendices: Charts And Tables Of Gemstone Properties, Schools, Laboratories, And More.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Gem Identification Made Easy' about? A: This book is a practical guide for identifying diamonds, colored gemstones, and pearls, focusing on non-technical methods that are easy to use for anyone, regardless of their scientific background.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Antoinette L. Matlins and Antonio C. Bonanno, experts in gemology.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the 2nd edition of 'Gem Identification Made Easy', which has been revised and expanded from the first edition.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains a total of 364 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, providing durability for frequent use.
- Q: Is any background in science required to understand this book? A: No, the book is designed to be accessible for all readers, requiring no prior science knowledge.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers will learn how to identify real gems and diamonds, improve the appearance of gemstones for resale, and avoid costly mistakes in buying and selling.
- Q: What types of gemstones does the book cover? A: The book covers a wide range of gemstones, including diamonds, colored gemstones, and pearls, as well as synthetics and treatments.
- Q: Does the book provide practical tools and techniques for gem identification? A: Yes, it includes descriptions of various instruments used in gem identification and explains how to use them effectively.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading this book? A: This book is ideal for collectors, investors, jewelry lovers, hobbyists, jewelers, antique dealers, and gemology students.