Diamond Ring Buying Guide: How to Evaluate, Identify, and Select Diamonds & Diamond Jewelry (Newman Gem & Jewelry Series) (Paperback)

Product Description
This is a full-colour book that will help you to select and evaluate diamonds and diamond jewellery. This updated edition has 140 new photographs of ring styles, coloured diamonds and contemporary diamond cuts. Information has also been added on palladium, diamond treatments, fancy coloured diamonds, synthetic diamonds, ring mountings, and the new GIA and AGS cut grading systems. The chapter titles include: Diamond Price Factors in a Nutshell; Carat Weight; Diamond Shapes and Cutting Style; Diamond Colour; Judging Clarity and Transparency; Judging Cut Quality; Diamond or Imitation?; Diamond Treatments; Synthetic Diamonds; Gold, Platinum & Palladium; Choosing an Appropriate Setting Style; Choosing a Diamond Ring; How to Care for Your Diamond Ring; and, Tips on Smart Buying.

About the Author
Renee Newman, GG (GIA) is a gemologist and the author of the popular series of gem and jewelry buying guides. She has traveled extensively to the gem centers of South America, Asia, and the South Pacific. Her books are used throughout the world as consumer buying guides, gemology course textbooks and references for jewelers, dealers and appraisers.
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