The Diamond - The Holocaust Diamonds -This is a powerful story based on truth, but names and locales are changed. No one had heard of these diamonds and where they ended up. Exceptionally intriguing and tragic and the ending is interesting. The Sapphire - The Peacocks Eye Quite a saga about a Rajah and one of his many concubines. She has a great fascination with the Peacocks Eye Star Sapphire, steals it, goes on a remarkable journey and the ending is shocking. The Ruby - The Dragon Ruby of Rajah Binoor Most interesting story of the ruby, where it was found, who found it and what happened to it. The ending is delightful. The Amber Trapped in Time A personal story of mine and what I found in a piece of amber. Absolutely fascinating and lovely. A really good fairy tale. The Emerald The Emperors Egg The Emperors Egg belonged to one of the great Emperors of Peru. Where and how it was found and the mystery surrounding its disappearance. Full of adventure and strange customs. The Pearl Spat Tells His Tale Spat, the oyster, tells a wonderful tale about himself and his great pearl. The Opal Black Beauty and Muggereedoo This was the actual story about how one of my teachers in grade school had a beautiful black opal ring. Where it came from and the exciting story of what happened to it makes a charming story. Silver Wandor the Dragon A true story my grandmother told me about the lovely silver dragon centerpiece that was on their dining room table during the Civil War and how her family brought it to Texas from Tennessee, what became of it, and how they survived. Most interesting history and strong characters. Gold A Murder Unsolved The true story of my grandfather and how his death happened in Ely, Nevada in 1907 during the gold strike there. A really good story of the times and circumstances. The Meteorite Star Jewel from the Universe A truly fascinating story of this rock from outer space, its journey, where it landed (near the Great Wall of China), the Chinese family that found it and the luck it brought them, and how I came to have it.

This work is an adventure about a woman and her many secret loves. Its about hidden mysteries and lifes true treasures. Secrets will be revealed on how to discover and obtain these natural beauties. She deals with terrorists, plane crashes, deaths, illnesses, heartaches, as well as outrageous pain. During these experiences, she encounters many unexpected, unpredictable and dangerous hurricanes. She enjoys fun surprises, too. You will hear about gator tails and have fun with princesses. Many untold, hidden heroes will be glorified. You can uncover secret paths! These pathways lead to obtaining these mysterious precious metals and gems. Along these paths will be the key to finding true, genuine Russian and American jewels. Once youve learned the secrets to obtaining these tremendous treasures, you, too, should be inspired to reach for even greater riches! Good luck with your search! This book is a sequel to A Pail Full of Diamonds!: (A Treasure Hunt for Those Young at Heart).

The history of the world--triumphs and tragedies, breakthroughs and breakups--through the iconic jewels that have inspired and influenced since the dawn of time. From ancient treasures to royal weddings, great heists to the red carpet, this book is a stunning, surprising, and glittering tour of historic turning points and gem-driven drama, delving into the passions and predilections of some of the world's most interesting and extraordinary people. Starting in the era of Cleopatra and continuing through to contemporary jewelry statements by Jennifer Lopez, Lady Gaga, and Meghan Markle, Stellene Volandes tells the stories of how shiny stones and precious metals have determined empires, inspired expeditions and great crime, and been the communicator of status and ruin since ancient times. Each moment is placed in historic and relevant context, with Volandes drawing engaging parallels between Napoleon's gift to Marie Louise at the birth of their son and the modern push present or the insouciant story behind the brooch Jackie Kennedy famously wore to a 1962 State Dinner with the Shah of Iran. Illustrated with a mix of archival images and gorgeous photography of the jewels, this book is a beautiful, informative, and essential read for history lovers, fashion, celebrity, and pop-culture followers, as well as passionate jewel hounds.

In the middle of New York City lies a neighborhood where all secrets are valuable, all assets are liquid, and all deals are sealed with a blessing rather than a contract. Welcome to the diamond district. Ninety percent of all diamonds that enter America pass through these few blocks, but the inner workings of this mysterious world are known only to the people who inhabit it. In Precious Objects, twenty-six-year-old journalist Alicia Oltuski, the daughter and granddaughter of diamond dealers, seamlessly blends family narrative with literary reportage to reveal the fascinating secrets of the diamond industry and its madcap characters: an Elvis-impersonating dealer, a duo of diamond-detective brothers, and her own eccentric father. With insight and drama, Oltuski limns her family’s diamond-paved move from communist Siberia to a displaced persons camp in post–World War II Germany to New York’s diamond district, exploring the connections among Jews and the industry, the gem and its lore, and the exotic citizens of this secluded world. Entertaining and illuminating, Precious Objects offers an insider’s look at the history, business, and society behind one of the world’s most coveted natural resources, providing an unforgettable backstage pass to an extraordinary and timeless show.

Which of these do you want?- to have extra money to pay your bills?- to find spectacular gifts for your loved ones at ridiculously low prices?- to have lots of beautiful head turning jewelry to wear?- to invest in precious metals for less than the current spot price?- to have extra money to take that vacation you've been dreaming of?- to protect yourself or your family's finances in the event of a serious crisis?- to know more about buying and selling precious metals? So you aren't ripped off.- to know how you are missing deals on precious metals in plain sight?- to make your own decisions and be your own boss?If you have a want or need associated with any of the above questions, then this book might be your answer. Imagine your excitement, when you notice a beautiful thick gold colored necklace lying on a table at an estate sale. You quickly pick it up. It's heavy and looks like gold. However, the only mark on it doesn't indicate gold, so you put it down. Luckily you read this book and remember the lesson on marks, and quickly pick it up again. Jackpot! You bought an 18 K gold necklace for $2; it's worth $246 for the gold content value. That's a $244 profit/savings in less than 5 minutes. Would this put a big smile on your face? This is one of my true stories; check out picture 53 to see it. Make money, save money and invest in precious metals:Is it possible to make money finding gold and silver in your spare time? The answer is yes. If I sold all the items I purchased, I'd average $24-$73 per hour. I've been doing this and now it's your turn. I want you to capitalize on the opportunities all around you; trust me they're out there. In addition to making money, I wanted to invest in precious metals without affecting my family's budget. I couldn't imagine taking $1,600 from my monthly income to buy one gold coin, but I could take $2 to buy gold jewelry. Does this sound familiar; do you have the same thoughts? Take this educational journey with me and reap your rewards. Capitalizing on these amazing deals not only allows me to make money and invest in precious metals, but I'm able to save money buying gifts for my family, friends and myself. If I spend $2 on a gold necklace and pendant set that retails for $100, I saved myself $98. Now that's the smart way to keep up with the Joneses. Or if I give it away as a gift, no one will know I only spent $2; they'll think I spent $100. Read this book and you could save substantial amounts of money too.Filled with killer (not filler) content, including:- ideas on where to search (offline and online),- stories to provide proof, entertainment, and illustrate the lesson being taught,- tips on finding the gold and silver that others miss,- techniques on how to find the precious metals,- hallmarks and hidden marks to look for,- how to get the best price for your items,- how to sell your gold and silver,- warnings to help protect you and your money,- how to test your precious metals,- 88 pictures,- and lots more information (200 pages worth). This book will pay for itself many times over:- IF YOU SAVE $100 buying a gift (a gold ring) for a friend, or- IF YOU MAKE a profit of $75 selling a precious metal item, or- IF YOU SAVE $40 investing in a few ounces of sterling silver,by using one piece of information, then the book paid for itself many times over. You didn't lose a dime and all the information is free to use repeatedly, forever. How can you go wrong with that deal? With the current high spot prices of precious metals, just one necklace, one pendant, or two forks can be worth these types of savings and profits, easily. No, I'm not promising thousands of dollars in 10 minutes, but it's possible. It has happened to me. I paid $5 for a gold whale pendant that retails for around $2,000. Read this story in Chapter 4.