The Pearl Book, 4th Edition
The Definitive Buying Guide—How to Select, Buy, Care for & Enjoy Pearls
Antoinette L. Matlins, P.G.
6 x 9, 240 pp, 16 pages in beautiful full color & over 250 color & b/w illus.; index, Quality Paperback , 978-0-943763-54-5
4th Edition Updated & Expanded
Read Calla Gold's article, “Choosing Pearls: Five Things You Need to Consider” featuring information from The Pearl Book, 4th Edition
Know What You Want,Know What You’re
Buying, Learn the Secrets to Get the Most for Your
Money Finally! Everything you need to buy beautiful pearls
with confidence.
Easy to Read Easy to Understand
Practical Complete Instant Answers … to All Your Questions
For people who want a reliable source of
information to guide them in the fascinating and complex world
of pearls—natural, cultured and imitation. Filled with “insider” tips and
advice to help you get what you want.
Praise for The Pearl Book
“Simply the best. The most
practical, interesting and useful book about pearls for the
student, collector, consumer and professional alike.”
—John
R. Latendresse, CEO, American Pearl
Company
“Offers comprehensive instructions
on how to choose the best quality pearls for your budget.... A
valuable, new resource for any jewelry lover’s
library.”
—Lynn
Ramsey, President/CEO, Jewelry
Information Center, New York City
“Thoroughly enjoyable. This valuable
resource not only romances the pearl, it offers practical
insight into how to buy and care for the many pearl types
available on the market today.”
—Deborah
A. Catalano, Gem Editor for National Jeweler magazine
“Will not only make you an
‘expert’ on today’s complex pearl scene, but
will also give you a great fund of stories to dine on! You
won’t be able to put this book down.”
—Eve J.
Alfillé, Director, The
International Pearl Society
“An interesting and insightful read
for the professional and consumer alike.”
—Devin
Macnow, Former Executive Director,
Cultured Pearl Information Center
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