Pearls : a practical guide
Graham, Wendy2021
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Pearls are one of the oldest precious gemstones. They have been revered through history and the best reserved to adorn royalty and their favourites. Now, with the arrival of freshwater pearls, they are available to suit every pocket and every style, from the classic to the most creative. This book includes a guide to the types of pearl and to the farming process. It gives advice on buying pearls; what to look for and what to avoid and provides instruction on working with pearls, including drilling, setting and knotting. Finally, there is information on South Sea, Tahitian, Akoya, freshwater and natural pearls.
Main title:
Pearls : a practical guide / Wendy Graham.
Author:
Graham, Wendy, author
Imprint:
Ramsbury, Marlborough, Wiltshire : The Crowood Press, 2021.
Collation:
96 pages : illustrations (colour) ; 25 cm
Notes:
Includes index.
ISBN:
9781785008122 (pbk. :)
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
92939