Cartier Collection: Collective Work (Collection)

Book Description

This sumptuous collector's volume showcases, at actual size, over 600 objects and drawings from Cartier's vast archives-many for the first time. The text recounts how this collection of over 1,200 items, dating from the 1860s to the present, was formed; explains the antique jewelry market; and imparts the artistic genius that places Cartier among the world's premier jewelers. Devoted to fine jewelry, this book presents pieces that were designed for the Duchess of Windsor, Daisy Fellowes, and Barbara Hutton alongside the Maharadjah of Patiala's recently restored necklace that once contained the famous De Beers diamond. Fascinating stories and complete technical details present Cartier's most artful creations, from glittering tiaras to pieces from the famous "bestiary" of panthers, dragons, chimera, birds, and crocodiles, as well as rare brooches, necklaces, and bracelets.
With its lavish slipcase, over a dozen gatefolds, extensive documentation, illustrated chronology, and index, this book is a must for specialists in the decorative arts and jewelry, and a publishing event for the quality of its design and reproductions.

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I'm very unsatisfied about the price gap between two identical products, and lack of responses.......2007-05-14

Hi,
Althought I've bought the exactly same products, the price gap between them was over 100 dollars. I don't understand hos this happens. And secondly, I'm getting frustrated about my returned item. You are not responding for such a long period of time, and there's no way to contact you guys directly.
Please review over my past purchases and tell me what is going on.

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MESMERIZING = CARTIER.......2006-05-13

A MOST REMARKABLE COLLECTION OF CARTIER JEWELS PHOTOGRAPHED IN ALL THEIR GLORY. THIS BOOK IS EVERYTHING I EXPECTED & MORE; BEAUTIFULLY PRINTED & ENCASED IN A LUXURIOUS FOLDOUT BOX--A JEWEL ITSELF FOR ANY LOVER & COLLECTOR OF ORNAMENTS. ITS' MASSIVE SIZE & OVERALL QUALITY JUSTIFY ITS' PRICE. I AM MESMERIZED BY THE ARTISTRY & VERSATILITY OF CARTIER.

Must have!!!.......2005-01-11

This book is a must have for any true jewelry book colector.
This book was worth every dollar Its presented in a large ribboned slip case and the pictures inside are the best I have seen on Cartier in the one book. Layed out very symply with large clean white pages with indepth item discriptions.Not to much indepth writing or archive drawings but this is one of the best books on jewlry around.

Bead On A Wire: Making Handcrafted Wire and Beaded Jewelry

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Looks Great!
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Bead On A Wire: Making Handcrafted Wire and Beaded Jewelry
Sharilyn Miller
Manufacturer: North Light Books
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ASIN: 1581806507

Book Description

Magazine editor and popular author Sharilyn Miller knows the jewelry making audience like no one else. In this latest book, she shows crafters of all levels how to get in on the popularity of jewelry and beading, with:

-An in-depth section on design and construction techniques that makes it a snap to get started -More than 20 step-by-step bead and wire jewelry projects, including gorgeous earrings, necklaces, brooches, and bracelets

It only takes a few basic steps to start making fashionable jewelry that's guaranteed to trigger compliments.

Customer Reviews:

Agree with the rest.......2007-09-18

This is a phenomenal book. So well written and the step by step photos that are zoomed right in are incredibly helpful. The selections for projects are all inspiring and doable. I'm so happy with this book and thank the author for delivering a well thought out and complete publication that delivers what it sells. Encourage anyone to make the purchase.

This is a great book!.......2007-08-21

I checked this out at the library and after looking at it closely knew that I needed my own copy. I don't have a lot of experience with other wire work jewelry books, but I could see instantly that this one is a prize. Great ideas and they are beautifully shown and described.

Looks Great!.......2007-08-10

I recently purchased this book as a gift for my friend's daughter.My kids and I were so intrigued by it that I may end up getting another one for us!It looks great for technique and has a good selection of projects catagorised from beginner to advanced.I may get her another that has a more extensive project selection to go with it.

Wonderful, instruction book.......2007-08-09

I absolutely LOVE this book. The photos, instructions, etc. are A+. I am so glad I start reading reviews since I have bought so many books before that I THOUGHT were going to be instructional, but weren't.

New Beader.......2007-08-08

This is such a great book. Even if you are just starting out like I am you can pick up this book and make the items in it with the step by step instructions. It also helps you pick up on the lingo. I love it.

500 Earrings: New Directions in Contemporary Jewelry (Lark Jewellery)

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500 Rings

500 Earrings: New Directions in Contemporary Jewelry (Lark Jewellery)
Lark
Manufacturer: Lark Books
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ASIN: 1579908233

Book Description

Poring through the beautiful images in this exquisite gallery of earrings is like stepping inside a jewelry store filled with remarkable pieces from the finest contemporary jewelers. Juried by award-winning designer Alan Revere, the earrings range from the classic to the avant-garde, and come from an international array of artists, including Cynthia Eid, Rachelle Thiewes, and Jeff and Susan Wise. Their materials include not only traditional gold, sterling silver, copper, and wire, but also more unusual items such as glass, plastic, porcelain, and paper. The earrings are forged, soldered, chased, and cast, with surface embellishments that run the gamut from enamel and metal foils to patinas and inlay. Expert jewelers, students, artists, and everyone who appreciates fine craftsmanship will enjoy this collection.

Customer Reviews:

A Wealth of Ideas.......2007-07-02

As a beginning bench jeweler this series of books have given me product information besides the obvious design ideas. e.g. ultraviolet cement - not something I had been exposed to in class yet, but a marvelous material for pave work.
500 Necklaces: Contemporary Interpretations of a Timeless Form (Lark Jewelry Book)1000 Rings: Inspiring Adornments for the Hand (Lark Jewelry Book)500 Bracelets: An Inspiring Collection of Extraordinary Designs (Lark Jewelry Book)

Too Far Out for me.......2007-07-02

The photos were beautiful, but I wish I had paid attention to the word in the title: Contemporary. I had hoped there would have been some good silver or gold artsy types of earrings for inspiration. I found most of these to be geared toward a very limited market.

Fabulous!!.......2007-05-15

I was extreamly impressed with not only the content, but the quality of the photos. It is hard to find jewelry books that display true art and inspire. Most of them are just cheesy "artsy-crafty". I would definatly by this book again and any of the same collection.

Excellent design guide.......2007-05-13

500 Earings provides a wide vision on contemporary jewelry and design. It is a must have for any jeweler.

500 Rings.......2007-05-13

I liked many of the picture of the earrings. Many of the pictures where way out as far as design. It would make sense to let the really far out designs, have there own book. I like art jewelry, but unfortunately, much of the far out designs,are not marketable. There were many designs that are very different and still marketable. I would have to say I feel the same about the other books in this series.

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Jewelry making and Beading for Dummies
Helpful, Hopeful, Happy
If you don't know how to do it-this is the book for you
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jewelry making for dummies

Jewelry Making & Beading For Dummies
Heather Dismore , and Tammy Powley
Manufacturer: For Dummies
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ASIN: 0764525719

Book Description

Features step-by-step projects and full-color examples

Create unique jewelry to wear with everything from jeans to a ball gown!

Want to make your own jewelry? This easy-to-follow guide gives you lots of hands-on instruction in making simple, fabulous jewelry and working with beads. From wire wrapping and knotting to weaving and polishing, you'll get all the skills you need to make necklaces, bracelets, earrings, pins, key chains, wine charms and items for the home.

Discover how to

Create funky and elegant designs
Work with leather, silver, and stones
String, knot, and weave beads
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Host a trendy jewelry party

Customer Reviews:

Jewelry making and Beading for Dummies.......2007-08-04

I checked out 50 jewelry making books from the library and this is one of only three that I decided I wanted to purchase for my personal book collection. It covers a huge amount of information in detail as well as giving good outside sources to go to for further instruction. This book has been a great resource for me and I highly recommend it for both beginers and more experienced jewelry makers.

Helpful, Hopeful, Happy.......2007-08-03

I have used this book so many times I actually have post-it flags on many of the pages. Whenever in doubt, I pull this book out. It has been most helpful in starting my beading experience and still find it most useful.

If you don't know how to do it-this is the book for you.......2007-07-24

I bought this book because I was very inerested in making jewerly. The book tell you everything you need and why you will need it. It has helpful in tips and even give you other suggestions to make it different than in the pictures.
You can refer back to it and see where you might have gone wrong. I woud tell people who want to learn how to make jewerly, this is a wonderful book

Excellent.......2007-06-10

Love this book, it has everything i was looking for, tips, techniques, gems explanation. And also have samples in color pages! Great for beginners!

jewelry making for dummies.......2007-03-11

I thought the book was a very helpful tool for a beginner, which is what I am. They give you many tips, and facts,. I would have like to have more color pictures of projects you can make

History: Fiction or Science? (Chronology, No. 1)

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History as Science Fiction

History: Fiction or Science? (Chronology, No. 1)
Anatoly Fomenko
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Book Description

Recorded history is a finely-woven magic fabric of intricate lies about events predating the sixteenth century. There is not a single piece of evidence that can be reliably and independently traced back earlier than the eleventh century. This book details events that are substantiated by hard facts and logic, and validated by new astronomical research and statistical analysis of ancient sources.

Customer Reviews:

Calculations are only as good as your numbers.......2007-08-03

Yes, we can all agree that mainstream history is nearly 100% BS due to politics, economics, ego, problems with dating techniques, and various conspiracies. Agreed. But, I've been researching the distinct possibility that human history (in terms of civilizations) are much more ancient than we've been told, so coming across this book was very interesting to me. I wondered how Fomenko could be wrong (if at all) because he is very persuasive in his presentations. Then it dawned on me. If at previous times in prehistory, due to the various catastrophies that are well documented (comets, asteroids, planetary disruptions, plasma discharge, pole reversals, etc) the Earth was in a different position in relation to the sun, different tilt on its axis, different orbit, different rotation (in terms of velocity and DIRECTION), and the continents were in different positions, then would this not cause the ancients to see the sky (constellations) differently? In other words, is Fomenko making erronious assumptions about the physics of the Earth in pre-history, which then corrupt his data with regards to dating the relevant astrology? The last event to seriously disrupt our planet occured roughly 3500 years ago, according to other good researchers, so is it possible Fomenko has been confused by this? The vastly different physics of our planet in the not so distant past may explain this confusion, which is not to say the "mainstream" version of history is correct; on the contrary. I am not an expert in these fields, but wanted to see if this idea could spark discussion.

Pants on fire?.......2007-07-19

Will people ever read before spamming? Yes, Jesuits could not rewrite world history alone, they had help. Anyway, Dr Prof Acad A.Fomenko does not point to jesuits as the driving force of world wide history manipulation in published volumes 1,2,3;, actually he barely mentions the poor devils. Check it with 'Search inside' feature, please. China is rarely mentioned either, in fact, Dr Fomenko is completely eurocentric. Right, his theory contradicts all mainstream schools of history, because in their actual state they are all built on blatantly erroneus chronology. You don't need a mysterious cabal (conspiracy) to falsify history, the falsification is its modus operandi. It is inherent to history(ians) to falsify (distort) events, as it is inherent to humans to boast as it is inherent to power (authority) to legimize itself by referrring to glorious past made to its own order. Dr Prof Fomenko and team have identified scores of instances of such manipulation in Russian, European, etc.. history, and delivered valid statistical proof thereof. His own 'reconstruction' is completely another story. Forget c14 as a valid method of dating. W.Libby has initially discovered a brilliant method of INDEPENDENT dating. Too bad, c14 method has become a joke after a forced marrige with dendrochronology with consensual chronological scale inbuilt. Radiocarbon method can't stand blind tests, but is so very productive as a rubberstamp.

Accepted History & Chronology Must Be Changed. .......2007-04-09

There is no doubt that history as most know it is a sham, & institution's version of History both University & Church is fradulent & inaccurate. Everything was established with an agenda, The real "Dark Ages" are now when we have access to incredible amounts of information past authorities & more important 'common folk' didn't have but our institutions & educators are slow to evolve because of what has ignorantly & arrogantly been taught for too long. This is on many subjects not just Chronology.

For anyone to question "Why would a Mathematician have anything credible to say of History?" The answer is from Dr. Fomenko's preface in the book: "It would be worthwhile to remind the reader that in the XVI-XVII century Chronology was considered to be a subdivision of Mathematics." These volumes could possibly be some of the most important works to date & should be read by everyone with an interest in History, especially professors & educators who have a duty to the public. I have read both books & must say that 'Chronology 1' has some very eye opening & revolutionary information. Even if these volumes are part true the implications are profound & opens the doors to further investigations & questions which must be done. I speak several different lanquages & must say the logic Dr. Fomenko uses with "inflection" of words & words being read from left to right in one region & right to left in another then written backwards, the removal of vowels & get down to basics of words, or different cities & locations having the same name etc. is correct. Vowel usage has always been optional & varied, actually complicating linquistics & study. The first thing one has to understand is that words never had a fixed spelling in history like we do now, the spelling of words was mutable & regional, as well as names & titles of people were vast, varied & changed, NOTHING WAS FIXED or understood linear. Matters of Life & Death as well as financial profiteering yesterday & today were & are made with ignorant, illogical & conspiratorial views of history & reality, it's time people get closer to the Truth & society collectively grow up.

Very Interesting.......2007-03-07

It is a good proposal and I believe it will mature into something even better in the future. I think it deserves to be read.

History as Science Fiction.......2007-01-10

Anatoly Fomenko has written a very intriguing book, full of pictures, charts, and computer 'proof' of his thesis: backwards of AD900 we don't really know what happened or when. Between AD900 and AD1600 there is more certainty, but there is still a lot of fuzzy ground, and things don't get reliable until we get past the 1600's where the printing press made it very difficult for the perpetrators of this timeline manipulation to change anything that had been committed to print. The Dark Ages did not happen. Books were burned for a reason. One organization has doubled the actual length of its existence by expanding the real chronology. Read why.

I had always wondered why Christ died about AD33 and yet men waited until the 11th century to form the Knights Templar, the Cathars, etc and go after the Holy Land by force. Why the 1000 year gap? Turns out there wasn't more than a 10-12 year gap and he proves it using astronomy. This also implies that the planet is not as old as we have been told, and current Christian and other creationist scientists are already championing that idea without being aware of Fomenko's book. The two groups, creationist scientists and the Russian mathematical analysts corroborate each other. Fascinating.

Of course, all this flies in the face of what we have been told traditionally is the 'proper' chronology of western civilization, and most readers will experience 'cognitive dissonance' in reading this book. It means that our history going backwards from AD1600 becomes progressively more incorrect and unreliable until it cannot be trusted at all... in the space of 700-800 years.

Naturally, the curious, open-minded reader will want to know WHO did this, WHY, and did any of the events we think of as really ancient ever happen?
Dr. Fomenko is a respected scientist/mathematician at Moscow State University who has already answered these questions to the satisfaction of his initially skeptical colleagues. Most of them are now believers, a few still refuse to believe (the usual diehards), and of course the western press has ignored Fomenko's work -- for obvious reasons when you read the book. The ones who perpetrated this chronology ruse have a lot to answer for. They are still with us. That's why this book is a well-kept secret.

I gave the book a 4-star rating because I was unable to check out some of his claims; those I checked were as he said. But if even 1/3 of his claims are true, this punches a big hole in what we think is our history, the meaning of western civilization, our educational process (for repeating the ruse as gospel), and the trustworthiness of the organization that perpetrated this ruse, well-intentioned or not.

This book relates to current research into a Young Earth paradigm, to John Keel's discoveries about our planet, and Fr Malachi Martin's insights (in his now out-of-print books). We are indeed sheep who are manipulated and kept ignorant -- for a reason. While knowing what these men have to say may be the "booby prize" (as in: 'what can you do with this knowledge?'), it will provide interesting reading. Didn't someone say: "...and the Truth will set you free."?? For you to judge if this book contains the truth.

The Art of Metal Clay: Techniques for Creating Jewelry and Decorative Objects

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Art of Metal Clay
The Art of Metal Clay (with DVD): Techniques for Creating Jewelry and Decorative Objects
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The Art of Metal Clay: Techniques for Creating Jewelry and Decorative Objects
Sherri Haab
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ASIN: 0823003671

Book Description

Developed in Japan in the early 1990s, metal clay represents a dramatic development in the handling of precious metals for jewelrymaking. Metal clay consists of microscopic particles of silver or gold suspended in a pliable organic binder that can be worked with the hands and simple household tools, eliminating the need for difficult metalworking processes such as soldering, hammering, and cutting. When metal clay is fired, the binder burns away and the metal particles fuse into pure (99.9 percent) metal. The Art of Metal Clay is a comprehensive introduction to the medium designed specifically for crafters and jewelrymakers, detailing the essentials of working, firing, and finishing metal clay to create beautiful jewelry and decorative objects. Artist and instructor Sherri Haab demonstrates metal clay's remarkable versatility, showing how it can be textured, molded, carved, and sculpted to create gorgeous beads, bracelets, pendants, earrings, rings, and other jewelry settings, plus boxes and vessels. She also reveals how to combine metal clay with polymer clay, glass, and epoxy resin to create unique mixed-media pieces. An essential resource for anyone who wants the latest information on this up-and-coming crafts medium!

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Essential for the metal clay artist.......2007-09-25

Sherri divides her book into two parts; an excellent way to present metal clay to those who are not experienced with it. In the first part, "Metal Clay Essentials," she carefully explains how to work with metal clay, emphasizing the need to keep the clay moist because the tiny amount of binder in metal clay evaporates quickly. She recommends the use of Badger Balm® or olive oil on your hands to help in maintaining metal clay's moisture.

Her excellent firing chart shows temperatures and times required in the kiln for the two main metal clay brands, Precious Metal Clay® (PMC) and Art Clay®, the various types of clay they offer, and the amount of shrinkage to be expected. Another chart shows the strength of the clay after it is fired. Some artists may shy away from metal clay, worrying about its cost, but Sherri assures that every scrap and dust particle can be re-hydrated or be used to make slip.

The book's second part, "Metal Clay Techniques," has really fun projects to copy or to inspire. A beaded bracelet has metal clay charms shaped like peas-in-a-pod, a strawberry, a ladybug, a pumpkin, and a flower. Sherri shows how to use cork clay or a drinking straw over which to form beads. When fired, the cork clay or straw burns away, leaving only the precious metal. My favorite project is an artichoke bead made from metal clay formed over teardrop-shaped pieces of cork clay. The basic book is a handy reference tool after taking a class but if you can't take a class for some reason, for $3.00 more, an instructional DVD is included.

Art of Metal Clay.......2007-09-04

We are proud of the purchase. The magazine is full of techniques and examples for creaing jewelry.

Thanks

The Art of Metal Clay (with DVD): Techniques for Creating Jewelry and Decorative Objects.......2007-08-13

I enjoyed the DVD. It is well done. With no knowledge on doing metal clay you learn so much. I feel confident that I can do some nice and beautiful pieces of jewelry. Need a kiln. I recommend the book.

Fabulous book for anyone.......2007-08-09

GREAT BOOK.......2007-02-21

This is a really good book to get you started on the Art of Metal Clay. I'm very impressed with its contents and thank the artist for being so detailed and sharing so much information. Because of this I feel confident to proceed with this craft. Haab includes much text and good photos explaining the process to achieve numerous results. From product info, how to make molds, texturing,kiln time and alternatives,incorporating resins and polymer clay, she covers it all and does a good job. Also keeps in mind the beginning artist and the cost factor offering suggestions to curb the expense while still achieving great results. This is a book worth its weight and a good resource to work from.

Making Wire Jewelry: 60 Easy Projects in Silver, Copper & Brass

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Wire Jewelry Projects
Wired, wire and more wire
A Must Have for your wirewrapping/jewerly making
Making Wire Jewelry

Making Wire Jewelry: 60 Easy Projects in Silver, Copper & Brass
Helen Clegg , and Mary Larom
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ASIN: 157990002X

Customer Reviews:

Great Foundation Excellent Presentation.......2007-07-15

Good bones, that's what this book gave me. It was my first or second and what a good model to imprint on.
Clear, comprehensive, it established good practice that has served me well.
I am apart from it and returned to its words and images in my mind.

If you already know the basics and have an esthetic vision, this may be old news. If you are a beginner, then this should be part of your canon.

The tone, comfortable, practical and the projects are well paced.

It's now old and the field is crowded with both imitators and those reaching beyond this. It remains solid and nourishing. Thank you Helen Clegg for your good thoughts and inspiration.

Wire Jewelry Projects.......2007-03-17

An excellent book for the beginner or intermediate wire jewelry maker. Beautful pictures of the finished piece and step by step instructions including "templates" to compare your wire pieces as you progress.

Wired, wire and more wire.......2007-03-01

This is going to be one that is passed around, copied and talked about for years to come. Yes it is a beginners book, but don't let that stop you from getting this one to add to the shelf near the bench for ready reference. It has nice larger black line drawings showing clear step by step drawing of each move. It doesn't require purchase of a lot of tools, that most will have in the house. The material can be simple electrical wire that you have stripped the covering off to start with. Or leave the palstic covering on for colored work.
The pictures of the finished items are bright and clear. The projects are more for daily wear and some for fancy dress up. You will find the needed info to make any jigs for the component making. I am partial to what they now call Egyptian coils or Celtic twist/coils of copper bare wire.
If you have moved on from simple wire work with only connections made of the wire work. You will find this book a shot in the creative arm. I own this one and enjoy it.

A Must Have for your wirewrapping/jewerly making.......2005-06-06

This is really a must have book for your library of wirewrapping,jewerly making and polymer clay.I really find myself referring to it a lot when I need insperation in beginning new projects..Im not one to follow step by step.but this can be followed very easily,but its good for just adding here and there to what your making.Thats why I like the patterns.Mrs.C

Making Wire Jewelry.......2003-08-15

Younger wire makers will appreciate this book. The patterns are simple and use only wire in repeated designs joined together. The ring section is very simple and is only for someone just starting out in wire. Do not purchase this item if you have any expierence in wire jewelry--only if just starting out.

Gem Identification Made Easy, Third Edition: A Hands-On Guide to More Confident Buying & Selling

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Essential Reference for Consumers, Hobbyists, Jewelers Interested in Gemstones.
Valueable book for gem id
Needs More Detail
Great Gem Guide
You NEEDThis Book...

Gem Identification Made Easy, Third Edition: A Hands-On Guide to More Confident Buying & Selling
Antoinette L . Matlins , and Antonio C. Bonanno
Manufacturer: Gemstone Press
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Binding: Hardcover

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Gemstones of the World: Newly Revised & Expanded Third Edition
Simon & Schuster's Guide to Gems and Precious Stones

ASIN: 0943763347

Book Description

New, revised, expanded edition of the first and only book of its kind. Covers the latest gems, synthetics, treatments, and instruments. Easy to use. Practical. Non-technical. Shows how to identify diamonds, colored gemstones, and pearls, and separate them from fakes and look-alikes. Explains what instruments are needed, how to use them, where to get them, and what should be seen for each gemstone.No science background necessary.Faster than you can imagine, anyone can learn to identify most of the gems and imitations found in the marketplace. This practical volume is the key to avoiding costly mistakes and recognizing profitable opportunities. Essential reading for collectors, investors, jewelry lovers, hobbyists, jewelers, antique dealers, and gemology students. With this highly accessible guide, anyone can begin to master gem identification.Selected Contents:Setting up a basic lab.Description of Each Instrument: What It Will Show & How to Use It.Dark Field Loupe - Synthetic Emerald Filters - Immersion Cell - Synthetic Diamond Detector - Loupe - Chelsea Filter - Electronic Diamond Tester - Refractometer - Ultraviolet Lamp - Microscope - Spectroscope - Polariscope - DichroscopeWhat to Look For, Gem by GemAntique & Estate Jewelry - The True Test for the Gem Detective.Dyeing - Composite Stones - Foil Backing - SubstitutionsAppendices: Charts and Tables of Gemstone Properties, Schools, Laboratories, and more.

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Essential Reference for Consumers, Hobbyists, Jewelers Interested in Gemstones........2007-07-18

"Gem Identification Made Easy" opens up the world of gem identification to the jeweler, hobbyist and the curious. I didn't come away with the impression that gem identification is easy, but that some kinds of identification are easy, inexpensive and FUN! Antoinette Matlins makes it clear that the bar to entry into gemology is low. Practice, diligence, and three small instruments that cost less than $200 will enable you to identify 80% of colored gemstones and their look-alikes as well as diamonds and most of their imitations. Since there are at least 3 different gemstones on the market in every color and no shortage of synthetics and enhancement treatments, the skills within the pages of "Gem Identification Made Easy" are invaluable to anyone shopping for gemstones. If gems fascinate you, this book will help you discover if you would like to pursue gemology as a career or serious hobby.

The bulk of "Gem Identification Made Easy" are descriptions of the instruments involved in gem identification, detailed instructions on how to use each, and what they can show you, including many charts which will help you identify stones. The 3 essential instruments that everyone will need are: loupe, Chelsea filter, and dichroscope. The loupe magnifies the stones, revealing inclusions, blemishes, and fillers. The Chelsea filter differentiates between some gems and synthetics. The dichroscope distinguishes single-refracting stones from double-refracting and allows identification of stones by the colors they exhibit. In addition, Ms. Matlins provides instructions for additional tools that one would need to set up a lab: UV lamp, refractometer, microscope. Less essential: spectroscope, polariscope, and immersion cell. For diamonds: SSEF diamond-type spotter and electronic diamond tester. These could cost nearly $3000, but shopping on eBay will bring the price tag down.

The author also dedicates a chapter to "Antique and Estate Jewelry", in which she discusses imitation and alteration techniques frequently found in antique and period jewelry. She advises on how to detect them and includes tables of synthetics and imitations, when they appeared on the market, and characteristics that will help identify them. This is followed by many useful Appendices: a list of gems and look-alikes by color, gem hardness, specific gravities, refractive index tables, tables of dispersion and birefringence, glossary of terms, list of organizations offering gemology workshops or training, equipment suppliers. These are in addition to the many tables and lists in the instrument chapters. Color photos are limited to a center insert, where there are photos of gemstone inclusions and a few other identifying features. "Gem Identification Made Easy" is an easy to understand, practical entry to the fascinating world of gemstones.

Valueable book for gem id.......2007-05-24

Love it so much. A lot of information. This book will teach you how to setup a lab and making identificaiton of the gemstone without attending the gemology school - with very very reasonable price.

Needs More Detail.......2007-04-04

The book was good for a primer on gem tools and iidentification but lacked the detail I was seeking. It is an very good book for the beginner for it covers a lot of subjects about gem and the various tools used to identify them. I was seeking more exact detail and this book did not have it.

Great Gem Guide.......2007-03-31

Whether you're a beginner or advanced gemoligst, this useful guide will help you navigate the world of gemstones.

You NEEDThis Book..........2007-02-27

There are at least 3 dozen gemstone ID or how to buy the perfect gem books on my shelves. The three that sit next to the computer are Walter Schumann's Gemstones of World and two by Antoinette Matlins - Gem ID Made Easy and Color Gemstone Buying Guide. As a Jewelry Design, Lapidary and Gemology student I am always reaching for for one or the other. Thanks Antoinette we always get your best effort!!!

500 Necklaces: Contemporary Interpretations of a Timeless Form (Lark Jewelry Book)

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A Good Selection Of Ideas And Applications
Not traditional
Not the best in the series
amazing necklaces
Absolutely Brilliant

500 Necklaces: Contemporary Interpretations of a Timeless Form (Lark Jewelry Book)
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Manufacturer: Lark Books
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ASIN: 1579907016

Book Description

More artists make necklaces than any other form of jewelry—and these pieces are among the most exquisite ever created. Selected from over 5,000 entries, they range from unique chokers to artful collars. Some showcase precious metals and gems, while others use more unusual materials, including plastic, wood, paper, and glass. They’re forged, cast, and woven, and have surface embellishments that run the gamut from inlay to enameling. And the variety is simply astonishing: Classic bejeweled chains appear next to avant-garde felted wool constructions. Some of the eye-catching, full-color images feature enlightening quotes from the creators themselves. Jewelers, students, collectors, and anyone who loves beautiful objects will treasure this extensive collection—the largest of its kind.

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A Good Selection Of Ideas And Applications.......2007-09-19

I bought this book to help me think about my own designs for jewelry and products. The wide variety of shapes, materials and techniques is exactly what I wanted to see. Recommended to beginning and intermediate students.

Not traditional .......2007-01-15

This was a gift for my daughter - a jewelry major. This is NOT for those who are making "beaded jewelry". The pieces shown are pieces of art - some wearable and others simple art. Some are elegant, some very unique. Do not buy this book if you are looking for traditional necklaces. It is a great book for those who appreciate jewelry as an art form.

Not the best in the series .......2007-01-07

As an avid collector of jewellery books, jewellery designer, maufacturer and teacher, I was waiting with baited breath for this to arrive. I am unfortunately disappointed with it. ( Having loved brooches, rings and Polymer ). This book heavily focused on Sterling Silver, ( where was Precious Metal Clay - not one example - appalling!, I hope this was not bias by the esteemed juror??). Not enough examples of mixed media and many of the photos contained in other publications. Some were truly beautiful and inspirational, whilst others were an insult, they should be in a 500 garments, they were shawls!(Carol Fishers Canvas), or Christoph Freier's wonderful granite bolders with two gold bolders, placed as a necklace on lawn were fabulous but they were sculpture. Taking the title "Interpretation" to the extreme you see 20kg rocks on grass, yes they are a representation of a necklace but it does not belong in this book, I am looking for jewellery. In fact, I was sorely disappointed as at least 50% of the items were so over the top or shaped so that they could not ever be worn. Perhaps they should have made this book two - 500 Wearable and 500 Non Wearable! I wait for 500 Earrings with concern now. I just hope Lark can bring back the original high standard of this series, together with a wider diversity of media and certainly not leaving out important media such as Precious Metal Clay. Paper, wood and glass-lampwork, felt, were either non existent or poorly represented. Borrow from the Library, save your pennies and purchase the spectacular Art Jewelry Today by Dona Meilach.

amazing necklaces.......2006-12-20

The work in this book, as with the others in the series of books from Lark, is truly amazing. Forget your preconceptions of the necklace. This is art, some of which is wearable and some isn't. The pieces are beautiful and a testament to the creativity of jewelry artists around the world. I am in awe of the other artists.

Absolutely Brilliant.......2006-11-23

Absolutely brilliant. There's nothing more to say. The above comment is ridiculous and probably was written by someone who was planning on using the 'ideas' in the book to copy in a beaded fashion. Sorry, some of us actually appreciate art in different forms and through different medium. Not all 'necklaces' are made of plastic beads and nylon string.

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Thorough overview
Wonderful Book
The Absolute Best Book I've read on metal clay
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A most helpful book for both beginners and experienced artists

Metal Clay Jewelry
Louise Duhamel
Manufacturer: North Light Books
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ASIN: 1581807856

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Hot New Jewelry Making Material

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Polymer clay and jewelry artists are experimenting with metal clay more than ever, but there are few books on the market to show them how to use this exciting new medium. Highlights include:

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Thorough overview .......2007-09-21

This book "makes the creation of fine silver and gold objects a possibility for non-metal craftsmen." Indeed, Louise gives very precise instructions how to work with metal clay for someone who has never taken a class -- but -- it's still better to take a class for safety considerations because firing requires using a torch or kiln. A class will also help you to plan your design before opening a package of metal clay; once exposed to air, metal clay dries very fast, so it's important to know what you will need to accomplish before firing.

Metal clay is a relatively new product. Invented by Japan's Mitsubishi Materials Corporation, it is 99.9% precious metal and .1% binder. Jewelers in the US learned about the product in the mid-1990s and embraced it as enthusiastically as versatile polymer clay had been earlier. Like polymer clay, metal clay can be molded, rolled, stamped, and folded. Gemstones and glass enamel can be a part of a design in metal clay.

Louise carefully describes the various forms of metal clay and provides an excellent chart of temperatures and times needed to fire different clays. Although there is no waste with metal clays because you can re-hydrate scraps, you must be careful not to mix two clays that require different firing temperatures.

Twenty projects are shown in detail, from simple to more difficult. Jewelers who have struggled with solid gold granulation will be shocked to see how easy it can be accomplished with metal paste. A metal clay class and this book will certainly inspire you.

Wonderful Book.......2007-08-09

This book has wonderful photos and projects! If you work with metal clay, you need to have this one in your library!!! AWESOME!

The Absolute Best Book I've read on metal clay.......2007-06-30

I recently started working with metal clay. As a result, I purchased a series of books in order to learn more. This book is by far the best I have ordered. I really enjoyed it because it is full of innovative, very creative techniques yet it also covers all the basics in detail. The directions are clear and don't make the beginner feel intimidated. This book guarantees that you won't be bored after you master the basics.

Metal Clay Jewelry.......2007-06-07

Excellant book with some great creative ideas in it.

Easy to understand and read.

Great for a beginner.

A most helpful book for both beginners and experienced artists.......2007-02-18

Great book! A must for those interested in working with metal clay. From the extremely clear explanations to the detailed step by step photos it is hard to imagine how one could go wrong with this "personal and private lessons" kind of illustrated text.

As someone who works with jewelry I found this book to be a most up to date source of both information and resources. I sincerely hope this is not the only book Ms. Duhamel writes, as I for one would be waiting for the next. If you are interested in technique as well as design, this is a must next to your bench.

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