Diamonds 4th Edition

Author : Antoinette Matlins, PG, FGA
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2016-03-29
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9780997014525

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Diamonds (4th Edition) by Antoinette Matlins, PG, FGA Pdf

Newly updated and expanded, Diamonds gives you all the information you need to buy, collect, sell—or simply enjoy—diamonds with confidence and knowledge. Whether you are buying a diamond for an engagement ring, anniversary, to commemorate a special moment or for personal pleasure, today it is more important than ever to understand what you are buying. There are new shapes and cuts, fancy colors, high-tech treatments and sophisticated frauds. There are new ways to buy—such as Internet auctions. Buyers need a source of expert guidance. Practical, comprehensive and easy to understand, this book offers in depth all the information you need to buy sparkling diamonds with confidence, including: What is a diamond? An in-depth look at factors affecting differences in quality and cost. Diamond grading reports—why all the information is important, and what it tells you. How to compare prices. How to spot differences in stones that may appear to be the same quality. How to protect yourself from misrepresentation. Questions to ask when buying any diamond. What to get in writing. How to get what you want within your budget. Important information about buying on the Internet ... and much more! Written by an “insider,” this easy-to-read guide is the “unofficial diamond bible” for anyone who wants to get the most for their money and enjoy what they have purchased.

Author : Antoinette Matlins
Publisher : Gemstone Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2016-04-07
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 1683360281

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Diamonds (4th Edition) by Antoinette Matlins Pdf

Newly updated and expanded, this full-color guide gives you all the information you need to buy, collect and sell diamonds with confidence and knowledge. Includes an in-depth look at factors affecting quality and cost, diamond grading reports, and ways to protect yourself from frauds and fakes. Practical, comprehensive and easy to understand.

Author : Contessia Junna Amos Kirkland,Yolanda Mitchell,Charmaine Powell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2023-02-20
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1387564854

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Diamonds In The Rough by Contessia Junna Amos Kirkland,Yolanda Mitchell,Charmaine Powell Pdf

This book features women who have overcome pain, traumas, rejection, abuse and many other life-changing experiences. These are stories of faith, resilience. and perseverance. You will be encouraged, empowered and inspired. No matter what you face, God is able to make you endure the pressure so that you too can shine like the Diamond that you are!

Author : United States Employment Service
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 398 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1979
Category : Government publications
ISBN : IND:30000077194615

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Conversion Table of Code and Title Changes, Third to Fourth Edition, Dictionary of Occupational Titles by United States Employment Service Pdf

Author : Antoinette Matlins, PG, FGA
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 303 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2011-03-01
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9780943763835

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Diamonds (3rd Edition) by Antoinette Matlins, PG, FGA Pdf

Newly updated and expanded, Diamonds gives you all the information you need to buy, collect, sell—or simply enjoy—diamonds with confidence and knowledge. Whether you are buying a diamond for an engagement ring, anniversary, to commemorate a special moment or for personal pleasure, today it is more important than ever to understand what you are buying. There are new shapes and cuts, fancy colors, high-tech treatments and sophisticated frauds. There are new ways to buy—such as Internet auctions. Buyers need a source of expert guidance. Practical, comprehensive and easy to understand, this book offers in depth all the information you need to buy sparkling diamonds with confidence, including: What is a diamond? An in-depth look at factors affecting differences in quality and cost. Diamond grading reports—why all the information is important, and what it tells you. How to compare prices. How to spot differences in stones that may appear to be the same quality. How to protect yourself from misrepresentation. Questions to ask when buying any diamond. What to get in writing. How to get what you want within your budget. Important information about buying on the Internet ... and much more! Written by an “insider,” this easy-to-read guide is the “unofficial diamond bible” for anyone who wants to get the most for their money and enjoy what they have purchased.

Author : Glenn Klein
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Design
ISBN : 9781599260822

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Faceting History: Cutting Diamonds and Colored Stones by Glenn Klein Pdf

The author of, "Faceting History: Cutting Diamonds and Colored Stones" has for a long time had a deep interest in learning how the early faceters (cutters) of diamonds and colored gemstones were able to complete their work. What methods did they use? What equipment did they have to make success possible? How soon did they discover how to complete the many phases necessary to accomplish their work? How did the equipment and methods differ between fashioning diamonds and faceting colored stones? These are just a few of the questions that the author wanted to find the answers for. In looking for answers to these and other questions, the author found that there were bits and pieces of information available in many previous books, but there was not a good book available that would answer most of his questions. Upon hearing the author's remarks about this fact, one of the librarians at the wonderful library located at the Gemological Institute of America's Carlsbad campus said that if such a book was not available, "maybe you should write the book!" Well, the author had been thinking of doing just that, but the remark caused the author to see the light and agree to get started on the project. Little did he know then that the project would require many months of eight hour days over seven day weeks to get the book completed. He decided to write a book that would answer these and other related questions that he had. The thought also occurred to him that such a book would be a valuable volume to be placed in libraries of individual faceters around the world. He realized that such a book would also be of great value to anyone who works behind a Jewelry store counter. A successful sales person isone who is knowledgeable about the products that they are selling. A book of faceting information would be extremely valuable if read and re-read from time to time. A customer in the Jewelry store will no doubt be favorably impressed by a sales presentation that is made with the use of interesting and informative information about diamonds and the various colored gemstones. The customer will be convinced that the sales person knows about what they are talking. The author has spent nearly three years on the project of researching the GIA library and other libraries, along with the extensive personal library of gemstone related books that he personally possesses. Many conflicting reports were noted in his study. He has made the statements in his book reflect the most commonly accepted opinions, of the most respected authors' works that he has found in his research. History is only obtainable from the earlier works of other authors. We cannot go back to the long past centuries ourselves, to see first hand what really happened and when it happened. A study of faceting history requires making the best choices of the information that is available. This completed book answers questions as to why the fashioning of diamonds was/is so different from the faceting of colored gemstones. The book compares the needed equipment and the methods that have brought the greatest successes. In addition, a great deal of other information connected to faceting is included. There are seven chapters in the book and there are over 125 photographs of the early equipment and methods that were used. The photographs show the faceters, the workroom conditions, and the tools and equipment that they used to completebeautiful and lasting gemstones. The book chapters are titled: An Introduction to Faceting, Early Man's Stone Appreciation, Diamond Fashioning Procedure and Equipment, Colored Stone Faceting Procedure and Equipment, The Evolution of Cut Designs, Famous and Historic Gemstones, Sources of Diamond and Colored Stone Rough, and lastly, Advances in Faceting Over the Past One Hundred Years. Within each of these chapters the reader will find a multitude of additional and interesting information. Chapter One: Early Faceting Inform

Author : Antoinette Matlins
Publisher : Gemstone Press
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9780943763736

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Diamonds (3rd Edition) by Antoinette Matlins Pdf

Whether buying for personal pleasure or for investment, in today's market of Internet auctions, new diamond cuts, new colours, new treatments and new frauds buyers need a source of expert guidance. This comprehensive guide, from diamond expert and best-selling author Antoinette Matlins, is the unofficial bible for all diamond buyers who want to get the most for their money.

Author : Jay Diamond,Ellen Diamond
Publisher : Fairchild Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2007-11-28
Category : Design
ISBN : 1563675676

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The World of Fashion 4th Edition by Jay Diamond,Ellen Diamond Pdf

Redesigned, updated, and now in full color, The World of Fashion, 4th Edition, is the essential source for students seeking to understand the fashion industry. Starting with an introduction to fashion’s history and its evolving role within the global marketplace, this book provides in-depth coverage of the design, manufacturing and merchandising segments of the fashion apparel and textile industries.

Author : Amanda S. Barnard
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Science
ISBN : 0750642440

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The Diamond Formula by Amanda S. Barnard Pdf

Provides a gemmologist, gemmological (or mineralogical) student, or interested party with an overview of the synthesis of diamonds. This book begins with the history of diamond synthesis, and the theories on which much of the early work was based, before discussing the principles on which the modern processes rely.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 916 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1884
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UCAL:B4523841

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Subject- Catalogue of the Library of the College of New Jersey, at Princeton by Anonim Pdf

Author : Arthur Cecil Austin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1946
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:500210969

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The Story of Diamonds by Arthur Cecil Austin Pdf

Author : Antoinette Matlins,Antonio C. Bonanno
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-14
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9780943763897

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Gem Identification Made Easy (4th Edition) by Antoinette Matlins,Antonio C. Bonanno Pdf

one person can accomplish big things.

Author : Vicky Paterson
Publisher : Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Diamond industry and trade
ISBN : 155407116X

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Diamonds by Vicky Paterson Pdf

A beautiful look at the world's most alluring gem. With images as fabulous as their highly prized subject, Diamonds is about the science and glamour of this magnificent gemstone. The book takes a look at why we desire diamonds, where their characteristic fire comes from and why they are seen as the ultimate symbol of love. Known in pop culture today as bling, diamonds play a role in fashion and celebrity as well as jewelry. Also revealed are some of the amazing properties of diamonds that make it a vital material for modern technology and medicine as well as a "girl's best friend". Filled with color photographs throughout, Diamonds features six chapters: Desire: why diamonds are so highly valued and their properties The Hunt: the diamond rushes The Cut: how the rocks are transformed into jewels Fame: some famous diamonds and their legends The Extreme: hardness, transparency, conductivity, durability Design: jewelry, antique and modern, on clothing and in film. Designed for the luxury-lover or the mineral collector, Diamonds is sure to please.

Author : Antoinette Matlins,Antonio C. Bonanno
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 467 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2013-03-19
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN : 9780943763934

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Gem Identification Made Easy (5th Edition) by Antoinette Matlins,Antonio C. Bonanno Pdf

This colorful book offers you a window into the world of Mahatma Gandhi, one of the most amazing people of the twentieth century. You will learn about Gandhi’s life—from his time as a student in London to his work for equality in South Africa and India—and his methods of peaceful, but not passive, resistance to injustice.

Author : Janusz Konstanty
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2011-04-18
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0080458955

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Powder Metallurgy Diamond Tools by Janusz Konstanty Pdf

Powder Metallurgy Diamond Tools is the first book of its kind to cover the role of powder metallurgy in the production of diamond-impregnated tool components. Providing essential information on modelling, design, composition, fabrication, performance, wear and applications, this book is ideal for manufacturers, tool designers, end-users, metallurgists, R&D departments, specifiers and consultants. Diamond-impregnated tools are used increasingly in industries where wear-resistant drills or cutting tools are required. The cobalt matrix in which the diamond is embedded is manufactured by pressing and sintering, techniques commonly used in powder metallurgy, but the process is complex and intricate. This book provides a comprehensive account of all you need to know about the role of powder metallurgy in the production of diamond-impregnated tools, giving metal powder manufacturers a better understanding of the requirements of diamond tool producers and end users, leading to the development of superior products. This book will... 1. Clarify the science and properties involved in powder metallurgy and the production of diamond tools 2. Explain the manufacturing process 3. Help improve your machining and finishing techniques, leading to better results 4. Optimise your tool use and wear, helping you to save time and money 5. Help you to consider new applications, optimising your equipment and resources Author is a leading authority on diamond tools and has published extensively on the subject A comprehensive account of all you need to know about the role of powder metallurgy in the production of diamond-impregnated tool components An important reference for manufacturers of powdered diamond and cobalt for the tool industry, tool designers and manufacturers, users of diamond-impregnated tools, metallurgists, designers, R&D Departments, specifiers and consultants