Los Angeles, California: Gemological Institute of America, 1967. Second Edition. Octavo in deep brown boards, gilt titles; 361 pp: illustrations, phototgraphs (b&w); 22 cm Near Fine(+); boards smooth and clean; pages crisp; binding tight. Hardcover. ISBN: 9780873110037
"The Jewelers' Manual is a successor to the popular Jewelers' Pocket Reference Book, edited by Robert M. Shipley and published by the Gemological Institute of America in five editions, from 1947 through 1951. The present work is all new, differing in scope, purpose and format from the original publication; hence, the change of title. The purpose of the Manual is to offer a concise, comprehensive, accurate presentation of information and data pertaining to the major categories of merchandise in the jewelry industry and related trades. It is designed to provide an easy-to-use, authoritative reference for the busy jeweler in his daily activities, and to answer the multitude of questions asked by inquiring customers." --Publisher
