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Eric C. Emms, FGA DGA Ltd
07973 725 266 34 Ely Place, Suite H 4th Floor, London EC1N 6TD, UK
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Many readers and past students ask us to recommend books on the subjects of diamonds, gemmology and jewellery. In response, below is a list of current and out-of-print books we retail. Click each title to learn more. Diamonds Remarkably there is not a comprehensive book on diamonds currently in print. Eric Bruton's book "Diamonds" was the finest book on the subject, yet it has not been published for many years. "The Nature of Diamonds" edited by Harlow is a book well worth looking out for. It is also currently out of print, so if you find it second hand, buy it! In print, Newman's concise book "Diamond Handbook" is the best of a small offering. The other books are certainly worth a look. We particularly like Tillander's tome and the latest edition of "Famous Diamonds" by Balfour has been published recently. It contains an appendix on fancy coloured diamonds written by Eric Emms.
Gemmology There are many books on gems yet few which offer a comprehensive view of gemmology. Sadly the finest book on gems, 'Gem Testing' by Basil Anderson, is out of print. Again, if you can find the 9th edition second-hand, treat yourself! The best available at present are stocked below.
Pearls Few books have been published on natural pearls. The books in our Bookshop cover cultured pearls as well.
Jewellery A plethora of jewellery books are available. See below for our recommendations: Before you leave please look at further shelves of our shop. Happy reading! |
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