Pearls: A Practical Guide

by Wendy Graham

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. It 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 gives instruction on working with pearls, including drilling, setting and knotting. Finally, there is information on South Sea, Tahitian, Akoya, freshwater and natural pearls. This practical book celebrates their exquisite beauty and enduring elegance.

96 pages, Paperback

Published January 21, 2021

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Reviews

[Willa · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great little book filled with everything from the different types of pearls and pearl history, through to basic technical information on how to drill and make pearl jewellery. A great read.

[Dene · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pearl Knowledge

A very very comprehensive book for beginners to understand the complexity of the pearl market to know what you are buying and how to assess