Product Details Part of the Fred Ward Gem Book Series. This lavishly illustrated book in the all-colour series includes History and Lore, Natural Pearls, Cultured Saltwater Pearls, Cultured Freshwater Pearls, Mother-of-Pearl and Shell Products, Imitation Pearls, and Buying and Caring for Pearls. This book provides the ideal introduction to one of the world’s oldest and most famous gems. Follow author Fred Ward around the world in search for the most important examples of these beautiful and historic gems.
