Secrets of the Gem Trade by Richard Wise

Secrets Of The Gem Trade: The Connoisseurs Guide To Precious Gemstones by Richard W. Wise (Graduate Gemologist and President of R. W. Wise, Goldsmiths, Inc. with years of gemological study) is an impressive new reference for dedicated dealers and collectors of gems, gemstones, and other valued gemological items such as pearls. Introducing and descriptively exploring each and every gem covered in the easy-to-use reference, Secrets Of The Gem Trade contains an illustrated summary of each stone inclusive of its history and general information, hue and tone, saturation, which may be noticed as the finest, an understanding of the particular gems rarity, and the caution for synthetics and how to depict them, however dependant upon the stone there may be description of clarity, color fading, multi-color effect, etc. Secrets Of The Gem Trade is very highly recommended to anyone interested in gemology as a superbly organized, authoritative, comprehensive, and easy-to-follow reference.

Estate and Collectable Jewelry

Vintage & New Fashion Costume Jewelry, Rhinestone
Vintage & New Fashion Costume Jewelry, specializing in Vintage Rhinestone, Designer, Signed & Damascene Jewelry from Spain

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Sylvia’s specializes in antique and estate jewelry, with our emphasis being on an extensive selection of platinum, white gold and yellow gold antique engagement rings in all price ranges. These rings are one of a kind, so you can choose the ring that is perfect for your taste. Sylvia’s is a family business. Our wide variety of antiques, including jewelry, spans from the Victorian period through Contemporary, including Edwardian, Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Retro periods. We search all over the world for unique, quality pieces that will become an heirloom for you and your loved ones. Sylvia has been in the jewelry business for twenty-five years. She has managed large retail jewelry stores and has owned two of her own stores, one being for new jewelry and the second being estate and antique jewelry. She served on the Jewelers of Louisiana, Inc. Board of Directors in l985 and 1986. She has taken numerous jewelry courses and is GIA certified in diamonds and in pearls.

http://www.sylviasantiques.com

 

GIANNAS GEMS

Gianna Gems' mission is to bring you hand selected, Antique and Vintage Costume Jewelry. Browse our ever growing selection of Estate, Designer and Fashion jewels, all to delight Today's Woman! If its Art Deco, Diamonds, Victorian or Art Nouveau and Edwardian or eye popping Rhinestones, you find both signed designer and unsigned beauties just waiting for you.

http://giannasgems.com

The Amazon.com Collection
Visit the Amazon.com Jewelry Collection
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Cameo Estate
Cameo features an extensive and distinctive selection of time honored Victorian, Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Art Deco fine jewelry treasures. Each piece is chosen for rarity, beauty, workmanship and value. Also featured are avant-garde jewelry designs from the 1940's to current times as well as collections from well-known contemporary jewelry designers. Since the inception of this site in 1996 our estate jewelry has traveled to delighted customers all over the world.
http://www.cameoestate.com

DeGwyn Gems, Private Jewelers since 1975
Specializing in Diamond and Colored Gemstone custom designed Platinum and Gold jewelry creations
http://www.degwyn.com 

Diamonds for Dollars
Texas Watch and Diamond for over 20 years has paid the highest prices for diamonds, fine watches and jewelry. CONTACT US TODAY TO FIND OUT HOW MUCH CASH YOU CAN GET FOR YOUR DIAMONDS, GOLD, WATCHES, AND JEWELRY Minimum 1 ct. diamonds or fine watches and jewelry only please.
http://www.diamondsfordollars.com

EstateDiamondJewelry.com
With over 25 years in the jewelry business, M. Khordipour is an established resource for antique and estate jewelry at wholesale prices. Our collection includes an impressive inventory of antique cushion and old mine cut diamonds, as well as rare pieces from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco periods. In addition, we have 3rd generation jewelers at work creating handmade mountings to house our loose diamonds and colored stones.
http://www.estatediamondjewelry.com

Glitz and Glitter Boutique
Sales of Antique and Vintage Jewelry from Estates and Auctions
http://www.glitzandglitterboutique.com

Jean Francesca Jewelers
Jean Francesca Jewelers Antique and vintage estate jewelry. New Jewelry.
http://www.jeanfrancesca.com         

ThingsWeBuy - Lippincott
Lippincott travels the world buying fabulous jewelry, watches and related items. We understand the market from a global perspective. We pay the highest prices possible for your collectibles. If your lifestyle has changed and you're not wearing your diamonds, jewelry, or other items of value give Lippincott Estate Buyers the opportunity to pay you the highest price immediately. We have developed this website to help you, the seller, understand the world of buying and appraising. Lippincott Estate Buyers has been in business for over 10 years and has over 150,000 satisfied customers worldwide. We have a well-secured, permanent facility in the historic suburbs of Philadelphia, PA, where customers can show us their collectibles or send them through the mail for appraisals and purchases.
http://www.thingswebuy.com

Valentina's
We sell antique jewelry and fine estate jewelry. We can assist you with romantic gifts for women.
http://www.valentinasgifts.com

 

James Allen Loose Diamonds

 

Last Update: 01/25/08

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