When Peter Brock, a senior partner of the law firm Morrison & Brock, was discovered slumped over his desk, his mysterious death would prompt questions. Why would this successful young attorney take his own lifeif that were truly the case, as suspected? Peters partner, Jack Morrison, knows why. But, what he really wants to know is where are the millions of dollars his partner purportedly embezzled from James Campbell, a wealthy New York diamond dealer? He believes that Bernie Baranski, Peters Administrative Assistant, knows, and he is determined to get the information out of her through any meanswhile Bernie is just as determined that he not succeed. Who will prevail when these two determined and devious adversaries engage in a classic strategy of diamond cut diamond? Hmm . . . tis a mystery.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1875.

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A lavishly illustrated, in-depth early history covering two thousand years of diamond jewelry and commerce, from the Indian mines to European merchants, courts, and workshops This richly illustrated history of diamonds illuminates myriad facets of the “king of gems,” including a cast of larger-than-life characters such as Alexander the Great, the Mughal emperor Jahangir, and East India Company adventurers. It’s an in-depth study tracing the story of diamonds from their early mining and trade more than two thousand years ago to the 1700s, when Brazil displaced India as the world’s primary diamond supplier. Jack Ogden, a historian and gemologist specializing in ancient gems and jewelry, describes the early history of diamond jewelry, the development of diamond cutting, and how diamonds were assessed and valued. The book includes more than one hundred captivating images, from close-up full-color photographs of historic diamond-set jewelry (some previously unpublished), to photomicrographs of individual gems and illustrations of medieval manuscripts, as well as diagrams depicting historical methods of cutting and polishing diamonds.

BUYING A DIAMOND: YOUR ESSENTIAL GUIDE is for people who would like to learn about diamonds before making a diamond purchase. Designed to give un-biased easy-to-understand information, this e-book also includes useful diagrams and photographs. The author, Janelle Wilson, has worked in the jewellery industry for 15 years and has created this publication in response to questions from clients. By gaining a knowledge and understanding of diamonds, people can enjoy their shopping much more, and can be in control of their purchase. Knowing the right questions to ask, and being aware of what to look for in a diamond, can save the buyer time and money. BUYING A DIAMOND: YOUR ESSENTIAL GUIDE is available from www.essentialdiamondguide.com.

An entertaining and well-researched history of the Hope diamond Since its discovery in seventeenth-century India, the Hope diamond, a glimmering deep blue gem weighing over 45 carats, has been shrouded in mystery and steeped in intrigue. In this groundbreaking work, Dr. Richard Kurin goes beyond the speculation to reveal the truth behind a legendary stone. Kurin, a cultural anthropologist, spent more than a decade on the trail of the legendary gem. But the 'curse' that surrounds it, which Kurin puts to rest once and for all, is only one small piece of a long and lustrous story that moves between ancient religion and modern magic, royal power and class rivalry, revenge and greed. Richly illustrated, Hope Diamond works in a grand historical tradition: depicting the specific to reveal the universal.

What Is Synthetic Diamond Lab-grown diamond is diamond that is produced by a manufacturing process, as contrasted with natural diamond created by geological processes and extracted by mining. How You Will Benefit (I) Insights, and validations about the following topics: Chapter 1: Synthetic diamond Chapter 2: Detonation nanodiamond Chapter 3: Crystallographic defects in diamond Chapter 4: Diamond (gemstone) Chapter 5: Diamond Chapter 6: Gemstone Chapter 7: Materials science (II) Answering the public top questions about synthetic diamond. (III) Real world examples for the usage of synthetic diamond in many fields. (IV) 17 appendices to explain, briefly, 266 emerging technologies in each industry to have 360-degree full understanding of synthetic diamond' technologies. Who This Book Is For Professionals, undergraduate and graduate students, enthusiasts, hobbyists, and those who want to go beyond basic knowledge or information for any kind of synthetic diamond.

It is not by coincidence that you are reading about this book. You must be ready to discover your diamond. And it is my promise to you that if you follow the guidelines suggested in this book, you will discover your “diamond” effortlessly. In the unlikely event that you do not feel this book has been worth it, you can request for a full refund of the cost of the book. This book has everything that you will need on the journey of personal transformation, and for discovering your diamond. It’s coming straight from the heart. It is, a compilation of all the tips & tricks that I have used to transform my own life multiple times. It’s unique. When I finished writing this book, I mysteriously came across the story of golden Buddha. What a coincidence, that’s exactly what the core message of this book is! This book has a range of insights and practical suggestions to guide you in uncovering your own golden Buddha. The suggestions, when put into practice, will have life-changing impact on you. It will help you discover your diamond. Take it as a course in discovering your diamond! When you play full out and follow the best-practices, and complete all the to-do exercises, you will discover something new in you. Your life will not be the same. You will become successful beyond your wildest imaginations. Let this book be the basis of your new journey, a journey of discovering your diamond. Let this book create the spark in you to live a life of your dreams. Let this book help you get out of the rat race. As this book can potentially change you, please read this book only if you are ready to totally transform your life.

Newly updated and expanded, Diamonds gives you all the information you need to buy, collect, sell—or simply enjoy—diamonds with confidence and knowledge. Whether you are buying a diamond for an engagement ring, anniversary, to commemorate a special moment or for personal pleasure, today it is more important than ever to understand what you are buying. There are new shapes and cuts, fancy colors, high-tech treatments and sophisticated frauds. There are new ways to buy—such as Internet auctions. Buyers need a source of expert guidance. Practical, comprehensive and easy to understand, this book offers in depth all the information you need to buy sparkling diamonds with confidence, including: What is a diamond? An in-depth look at factors affecting differences in quality and cost. Diamond grading reports—why all the information is important, and what it tells you. How to compare prices. How to spot differences in stones that may appear to be the same quality. How to protect yourself from misrepresentation. Questions to ask when buying any diamond. What to get in writing. How to get what you want within your budget. Important information about buying on the Internet ... and much more! Written by an “insider,” this easy-to-read guide is the “unofficial diamond bible” for anyone who wants to get the most for their money and enjoy what they have purchased.

Have you ever wondered why you are here? "Diamond Life" approaches the way you look at God, yourself and others. A diamond is surfaced from deep in the earth, cut and polished. Our lives seem to have similar processes. Sometimes we're being polished and other times facets are being carefully cut, resulting in our lives shining out the brilliance God has designed us for. God has put His radiance in you. When He created you in His image, God put His stamp of approval in you. We may look around our country and our world and wonder where His radiance is. It's out there, but oftentimes it's hidden under hurt, pain, sin, loneliness, criticism and disappointment. No matter what is hiding God's radiance in you, there is one fact that will never change - You are a diamond meant to reflect God's radiance. Find out where you are in your process of living a diamond life.