Pearl Book : The Definitive Buying Guide: How to Select, Buy, Care for and Enjoy Pearls

by Matlins, Antoinette L.

• ISBN13: 9780943763286
• ISBN10: 0943763282
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1999-12-01
• Publisher: Jewish Lights Pub

Summary

The world's leading authorities reveal how to select, buy, care for, and enjoy pearls in this updated, comprehensive guide. 250 illustrations. in full color.

Table of Contents

Preface to the Second Edition	vi
Acknowledgments	viii
Introduction	ix
Part One Pearls: First Among Gems	1	(20)
Most Ancient of Gems, Most Precious of Gems	3	(11)
Legendary Pearls, Legendary Tales	14	(7)
Part Two What Is a Pearl?	21	(36)
Pearls in the Making	23	(15)
Different Types of Pearls: A Pearl for Every Mood	38	(19)
Part Three The Difference Quality Makes	57	(28)
Quality --- Key to Lasting Beauty	59	(17)
Artificial Enhancements Used on Lackluster Pearls	76	(9)
Part Four Selecting Pearls to Treasure	85	(26)
How to Choose Fine Pearls	87	(3)
Pearl Choices --- A World of Variety	90	(10)
Pearl Prices --- Some Guidelines	100	(11)
Part Five Lustrous Advice from Illustrious Experts	111	(46)
The Experts Speak	113	(21)
Great Jewelers on Great Pearls	134	(1)
Magnificent Auctions Highlight Magnificent Pearls	134	(23)
Part Six Wearing and Caring for Pearls	157	(12)
Wearing Pearls with Style	159	(7)
Caring for Pearls to Keep Them Lustrous	166	(3)
Part Seven Important Advice Before and After You Buy	169	(18)
What to Ask When Buying Pearls	171	(5)
Good Insurance Requires a Good Appraisal	176	(3)
Getting a Laboratory Report	179	(8)
Where to Go for Additional Information	187	(1)
Selected Reading	188	(2)
Practical Pearl Glossary	190	(3)
Credits	193	(2)
Index	195