Everything You Want to Know About Gemstones and Precious Metals

What You Will Learn

Tom Tivol will guide you through the world of gemstones and jewelry with hands-on evaluation and expert-led analysis. Examine natural and lab-grown diamonds, identify major and exotic-colored gemstones and pearls, and assess their quality, rarity, and resale value. Uncover the secrets of treatments, synthetics, and how to spot them with confidence. Learn to appraise antique and vintage jewelry, accurately value precious metals, and refine gold, platinum, and silver the right way.