BOOKS ® 41. Ring Repair by Alan Revere Documents the repair, alteration and restoration of rings in gold, silver and platinum. This book is full of trade secrets and tips and is indispensible to anyone who works with rings. A combination of text and photography presents every step of each project in a clear, concise manner. Includes 140 color photos and 90 sketches. 46. Gemstones of the World by Walter Schumann A comprehensive reference guide for gemstones containing color photos of more than 1,400 specimens. Includes technical data on gemstone properties, formation and structure of gems and cutting. Recommended for beginners and experts. 61-1222 (Softcover – 128 pages) 61-1235 (Hardcover – 272 pages) 42. Diamond Setting: by Robert R. Wooding The Professional Approach 47. Gemstone Buying Guide by Renée Newman Fascinating, easy-to-read guide for choosing and buying colored gems. Practical pointers for judging gems by their color, transparency, flaws and brilliance. Includes topics on gem treatments, cleaning and care, as well as price comparisons, quality evaluations and fake stones. A valuable resource for consumers and professionals. A complete course in stone-setting, basic enough for an apprentice, yet in-depth enough to benefit the experienced setter. Explores various setting techniques and the preparation, use and care of tools. Detailed explanations of pinpoint and prong-setting (round and fancy-cut diamonds), bezel setting, channel setting and bead setting. 61-1231 (Hardcover – 178 pages) with Illustrated Procedures 61-1236 (Softcover – 148 pages) 43. Channel Setting Diamonds by Robert R. Wooding Step-by-step channel setting techniques from basic to advanced. Common channel setting problems with workable solutions. Over 124 illustrations. 48. Gem Identification Made Easy by Antoinette L. Matlins & A. C. Bonanno Easy-to-read book that explains how to use pocket, portable and laboratory instruments to identify diamonds and colored gems. Learn how to recognize real gems from imitations. Provides the latest information on treatments to improve a gem’s appearance. 61-1232 (Hardcover – 136 pages) 61-1237 (Hardcover – 270 pages) 44. The Diamond Setting Manual Procedures & Techniques by Robert R. Wooding The text is divided into 17 chapters of illustrated step-by step instructional procedures that describe how to set a diamond into a particular type of mounting or setting. The manual will provide an opportunity for diamond setters to progress to higher echelons of diamond setting. 49. The Basics of Bead Stringing by Debbie Kanan A complete illustrated approach for beginners and advanced designers. Specific procedures, to begin designing and producing their own jewelry. 61-1233 (Spiral bound – 223 pages) 61-1251(Soft cover – 62 pages) 45. Bead Setting Diamonds Pavé Applications by Robert R. Wooding A detailed instructional book on bead and pavé setting for the apprentice or advanced diamond setter. Specific procedures, from design and layout to bright cutting, plus advanced work in setting different shapes and clusters are illustrated. Included is a discussion of diamond-setting tools and their care. 50. Advanced Beadwork by Ruth F. Poris An indispensible book for anyone interested in beadwork. A classic teaching manual. Explores all of the major beading techniques. Provides information on metalworking, findings, tools and supplies that are needed for stringing beads. Over 300 illustrations and photos. 61-1234 (Hardcover – 192 pages) 61-1252 (Softcover – 146 pages) 36 © Copyright 2008 previous page next page