Diamonds
Noble Gems Publications (Verlag)
978-0-9537884-3-9 (ISBN)
'Diamonds' is the leading guide of its kind to learning about these precious gems and understanding the main factors that determine their value and quality. Whether coming to diamonds for the first time or already knowledgeable in the field, every reader will find something of interest and value in its pages. A unique feature of the book is the chapter dedicated to natural colour diamonds, with descriptions and illustrations of every colour group. While colour diamonds are an increasingly important part of the diamond trade, there is little information about them in the popular literature, and their full treatment here has received much praise from readers. The story of diamonds is told from their humble origins in the form of carbon, the most basic element of life, through their many transformations by the forces of nature and the human hand on their way to becoming beautiful gems. The book is equally informative about the recent history of diamonds and the forces re-shaping the industry today, including the global shifts in centres of production and distribution, the implementing of international ethical standards within the trade, and the emerging roles of China, India,Russia and Dubai as major players in the diamond market. The author aims to promote the highest standards of good practice in the diamond industry to a wider audience. 'Diamonds' is designed with equal attention to the text, written in clear and jargon-free language, and the images, which show diamonds in their full range of cuts, shapes and colours, along with some of the world's most stunning contemporary and historic diamonds.
Marijan Dundek is a leading authority on diamonds. In his professional career he has worked with and advised on some of the world's finest and most valuable diamonds. His passion for furthering knowledge about diamonds and the diamond industry led him to write the guide 'Diamonds', which has been highly praised by experts and organizations alike. Born in Croatia in 1950, Mr Dundek has lived in London since 1971 and has travelled extensively around the world. He studied gemmology at the International Gemological Institute in Antwerp, and his experience working with gemstones in Brazil, New York, and Europe contributed to his knowledge and appreciation of diamonds. He worked with Graff Diamonds in London for 16 years. As a diamond consultant, Mr Dundek has attended Sotheby's and Christie's high-value jewellery and gemstones auctions, where he has helped bidders acquire some of the world's rarest and most magnificent diamonds, including coloured diamonds in excess of 100 carats. Mr Dundek's wide experience and knowledge of diamonds, along with his passion for the subject and commitment to responsible practices in the industry, have made him a notable authority in the field.
Preface and acknowledgments *
Chapter I *
*History of diamonds * The diamond industry * The Kimberley Process certification scheme * The genesis of diamonds * Diamond producing countries and major cutting centers * Quality of diamonds * Color * Clarity * Cut * Standard diamond shapes: round brilliant, pear, marquise, oval, heart, cushion, Royal Asscher, emerald, radiant, princess * Carat * GIA Natural Diamond Origin Report * Diamond fluorescence
Chapter II
Natural fancy color diamonds * Color * Main causes of coloration in diamonds * Fancy color diamond grading * Treated and synthetic color diamonds * Clarity * Cut and shape * Carat weight * Primary hues of natural fancy color diamonds Blue, yellow, orange, brown, green, chameleon, pink, red, purple, violet, white, grey, black, salt and pepper
Chapter III
The Birth of a Diamond - * The Lesotho Promise* Discovery* Acquisition .* Transformation* Cutting* Finishing and The final jewel * International organizations and gem trade laboratories
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 1.1.2022 |
|---|---|
| Illustrationen | Pawel Starzak |
| Mitarbeit |
Designer: Pawel Starzak |
| Zusatzinfo | approx 68 colour photos, 15 black photos, 9 colour illustrations, 41 b |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 165 x 240 mm |
| Themenwelt | Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Antiquitäten |
| ISBN-10 | 0-9537884-3-1 / 0953788431 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0-9537884-3-9 / 9780953788439 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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