Presents information on gemstone specifications, locations, types, treatments, imitations, and pricing, and describes how they are formed, designed, handled, appraised, and purchased.

A story of treachery, green, conspiracy, and murder in the fabulous world of rare, priceless jewel cutting Kate Chandler thought she would give anything for a chance to cut seven rare sapphires and make her name as a world-class jewel cutter. She didn't realize she would be giving up her family and possibly her life when the sapphires vanish!