The Gemstone Detective

Buying Gemstones and Jewellery in India

Kim Rix

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Filament Publishing Ltd
14 May 2019

Antiques & collectables: buyer's guides; Antiques & collectables: jewellery; Hobbies; Travel & holiday guides

Series: The Gemstone Detective

Explore the beauty of India's undiscovered gems!

India has some of the world's most beautiful gemstones: especially when it comes to flawless Golconda diamonds and the finest Kashmir sapphire.

You'll soon find yourself mesmerised by the variety of gemstones to be found in this majestic country and spoilt for choice. It is great fun shopping for gemstones in India but (as with many other places in the world) you should remember one thing - buyer beware!

Offering practical advice, tips and the essential questions to ask, Buying Gemstones and Jewellery in India will help you avoid the tricks of the trade on your holiday.

Written by Kim Rix, a gemmologist (GIA) and professional photographer who has travelled to more than 50 countries in her lifetime, this essential guide for tourists is part of the Gemstone Detective series. It cuts through the jargon - for the benefit of hobbyists, gem collectors and jewellery lovers.

Kim Rix is dedicated to visiting each country in the Gemstone Detective series to provide readers with up-to-date and trusted information. Without this book, you could make a very expensive mistake!

By: Kim Rix
Imprint: Filament Publishing Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 178mm, Width: 127mm, Spine: 9mm
Weight: 140g
ISBN: 9781912635245
ISBN 10: 1912635240
Series: The Gemstone Detective
Pages: 160
Publication Date: 14 May 2019
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Kim Rix is a gemmologist (GIA) and professional photographer who has travelled to more than 50 countries in her lifetime. The Gemstone Detective series are essential guides for tourists, which cut through the jargon - for the benefit of hobbyists, gem collectors and jewellery lovers.