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Books on Pearls

In addition to the following books, here are links to my favorite gem and jewelry magazines:

Lapidary Journal Magazine
Metalsmith Magazine
Ornamnet Magazine
Mineralogical DigestBook

The Book Shop

Gemology, Gemstones and General References

Buying and Pricing Gemstones

Gems:Myth, Legend and Metaphysics

Jewelry Making and Metal Working

History of
Jewelry

Jewelry Appraising

Mineralogy

Individual Gems

Diamonds

Sapphires and Rubies

Jade

Opals

Pearls

Amber

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Pearl Buying Guide
by Renee Newman, GG

Newman has compiled an excellen, interestingt and easy-to-understand guide to buying, evaluating, selecting, and caring for pearls and pearl jewelry. The opening chapters point out common mistakes made when evaluating or buying pearls.

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Pearls: A Natural History
by Neil H. Landman (Editor),

Pearls: A Natural History delves into virtually every aspect of the gemstones that have been prized since ancient times for their luster and purity.

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Pearls (Fred Ward Gem Book)
by Fred Ward


Excellent book... superb photographs... delightfully written... careful research... compact format. Ward's books are consistently well done.

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The Pearl
by Silvia Malaguzzi

The Pearl covers the enchanting mythology, man's fascination with its origins, and the role it has played in jewelry and art throughout the ages. It also explores the significance and impact the pearl has had on different cultures.