The Ruby & Sapphire Buying Guide: How to Spot Value & Ripoffs

by Renée Newman

You don't have to be a jeweler or gemologist to tell a ruby from red glass or a good sapphire from a bad one. The Ruby and Sapphire Buying Guide will show you how. It's easy to read, has lots of photos, and gives clear, step-by-step pointers on how to buy the best stones for the money. This is the only book to offer detailed guidelines and pictures on judging ruby and sapphire quality.

204 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1994

About the author

Renée Newman is a gemologist (GG, GIA), lecturer, writer and author of 13 books on gems and jewelry. Her books are used throughout the world as buying guides, sales-training tools, class texts and references for jewelry professionals.