Pearls A Practical Guide
£19.50
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.
Written by Pearlescence owner Wendy Graham the 96 pages are packed with information on pearls and how to make jewellery with them and anecdotes about her two decades of experience in the world of pearl.
Please state at checkout if you want your book signing. If so please spell any names very carefully and clearly!
(Sorry, we have to charge this much due to the price of international shipping)
Please state at checkout if you want your book signing. If so please spell any names very carefully and clearly!
(Sorry, we have to charge this much due to the price of international shipping)
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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.
Written by Pearlescence owner Wendy Graham the 96 pages are packed with information on pearls and how to make jewellery with them and anecdotes about her two decades of experience in the world of pearls.
Please state at checkout if you want your book signing. If so please spell any names very carefully and clearly!
(Sorry, we have to charge this much due to the price of international shipping)