The Pearl - Definitive Buying

Each of the seven parts focuses on a variety of topics from the historical significance of pearls to pearl types and quality, from selection to caring for and wearing pearls. The two most important sections deal with insider advice from the experts and what to ask when purchasing pearls. Other features include price guides, special charts, and a special color photograph section. By Antoinette Leonard Matlins - Gemstone Press (1996) - ISBN 0943763150