Revised and expanded with 11 new chapter, 5 new Introductory essays and 170+ new photographs. Discounted signed copies, hardcover and limited edition available: www.secretsofthegemtrade.com
Charles Lewton Brain’s Orchid review of the 1st edition:
My recommendation: Buy this book! It is an invaluable addition to gemstone literature and a necessary part of the library of all involved in the field. Wise is a renowned author, whose articles have appeared in many magazines, including GIA’s Gems and Gemology, as well as having a retail jewelry gallery and store. This means that he understands the goldsmiths point of view as well as the clients and the collector.
Coming to Tucson? I will be at the AGTA Author’s Booth, #59 in the Galleria at AGTA with Richard Hughes. We will be signing copies of our new books. Stop by and say hello!
Barnes & Noble’s website shows that it is available for $68, Amazon shows it for $63, Powell’s (Portland Oregon) has it for $100. It was published December 2016.