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My name is Renée Newman. I'm a gemologist (GG, GIA), lecturer, writer and author of 14 books on gems and jewelry. Besides providing details about my background and my books, this site offers information on gems, jewelry, appraisers, buying and selling. My goal is to provide consumers and jewelry professionals with unbiased, affordable information on how to buy, evaluate and appreciate gems and jewelry. But the consumer principles I stress in my gem books can also be applied to other subject areas such as health. In both cases, you should be informed, deal with competent professionals and get proper documentation. For more information go to my osteoporosis prevention website www.avoidboneloss.com.

My overall mission is to promote consumer issues, education, ethics, good health and the arts.

WHAT'S NEW WITH NEWMAN?  

Diamonds: Their History, Sources, Qualities and Benefits. Unlike my other books, this is a hardbound, large format (9" x 11") book. This lavishly illustrated guide features hundreds of photos, maps and diagrams and covers everything from mining, geographic sources, cutting, antique diamond jewelry, price factors and manmade diamonds to the romantic histories of some of the world's most valuable diamonds. Click here for more information:

 

A  revised and updated 8th Edition of my Diamond Ring Buying Guide with 131 new photographs, added chapters on silver and alternative metals, new information on lab-grown diamonds and diamond treatments, and updated information throughout the book. Unlike the Diamond Handbook which is geared to trade professionals, the Diamond Ring Buying Guide is directed to consumers and new jewelry salespeople. Click here for more information.

 

Renée Newman the speaker

Besides writing books and articles, I speak to Gem and Mineral clubs, Woman's Jewelry Associations, GIA Alumni Associations and Women's clubs. In Oct 2023 I was a speaker at the Annual meeting of the Canadian Gemmological Association, in April 2019 I spoke at the Annual Meeting of the Intl Society of Appraisers in Louisville, KY, and in May 2019, I was the speaker in residence for the Eastern Federation of Mineralogical and Lapidary Societies at their Wildacres Retreat in Little Switzerland, North Carolina. I've given PowerPoint talks on the following topics:

* Diamond Crystals: Types, History, Sources and Current Issues

* The Evolution of Diamond Cuts & Qualities in Jewelry

* 21st Century Jade: Why It's Prized and How It's Tested & Valued

* How Exotic Gems are Changing the Jewelry Industry

*  Pearl Update: New Types, Fakes, Treatments and Jewelry Styles

*  Precious Metal Jewelry: How to Test, Mark & Value It.

* The Allure of Diamonds

* The Diversity of American Gems: Eastern States

* The Diversity of American Gems: Central States

* The Diversity of American Gems: Western States

*  Detecting Jade Imitations and Treatments

*  Evaluation and Pricing of Jadeite and Nephrite Jade

*  Rubies, Sapphire & Emeralds: Then and Now   

Helpful articles

Tips on Selling Jewelry You Don't Want

Tips for Selecting a Buyer/Dealer or Consignee by David Atlas

Short-term Versus Long-Term Jewelry Consignments by David Atlas 

How to Select a Competent Jewelry Appraiser

Appraisals versus Lab Reports

How two jewelry appraisers determine the retail replacement value

Diplomas, appraisal credentials, gem & jewelry organizations and their acronyms

Newman's Nuggets on Buying Quality Jewelry

Is the Diamond Just Another Rock?

Valuing Antique & Vintage Metalwork by Shiela Smithie

Responsible Mining, Key to Sustainable Growth, says Gemfields by Julius Zheng on JNA website

Challenges and Identity: Synthetic vs Natural Diamonds by Julius Zheng on JNA website

Israel, the Promised Land of Diamonds by Julius Zheng on JNA website

Embracing New Diamond Technologies by Julius Zheng on Jewellery.net

New Normal in the Diamond Industry by Julius Zheng on Jewellery.net

Choosing the right platinum alloy - Jewellery Business

Diamond dreams: Colour-enhanced stones delight at a reasonable price - Jewellery Business

Metal magic crafted using anticlastic raising - Jewellery Business

The ups and downs of anodized metals - Jewellery Business

North America's Diamonds by Renée Newman on JewelleryBusiness.com

Choosing an Appropriate Setting Style for Everyday Rings by Renée Newman on JewelleryBusiness.com

The Increasing Value of Natural Pearls by Renée Newman on JewelleryBusiness.com

North American Rubies by Renée Newman on JewelleryBusiness.com

Why the 4 Cs is No Longer and Adequate Pricing System by Renée Newman on JewelleryBusiness.com

Creating Unique Jewellery with Pearls and Colored Gems by Renée Newman on JewelleryBusiness.com

Detecting Pearl Imitations and Treatments by Renée Newman on JewelleryBusiness.com

Montana Sapphire by Renée Newman on JohnDyerGems.com

Choosing a Durable Gemstone by Renée Newman on JohnDyerGems.com

Oregon Sunstone by Renée Newman on JohnDyerGems.com

My Books:

 Diamond Ring Buying Guide, Details & Reviews

Diamond Handbook, Details & Reviews

Gemstone Buying Guide, Details & Reviews

Gem & Jewelry Pocket Guide, Details & Reviews

Pearl Buying Guide, Details & Reviews

Jewelry Handbook, Details & Reviews

Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald Buying Guide, Details & Reviews

Exotic Gems, Volume 1, Details & Reviews

Exotic Gems, Volume 2, Details & Reviews

Exotic Gems, Volume 3, Details & Reviews

Exotic Gems, Volume 4, Details & Reviews

Rare Gemstones, Details & Reviews

Gold Platinum, Palladium, Silver and Other Jewelry Metals Details & Reviews 

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