Identifying Inclusions of Specific Gems
…with similar RIs. Photo courtesy of Barbara Smigel, Artistic Colored Stones. More Resources for Identifying Inclusions Natural Gems and…
An Introduction to Gemstone Inclusions
…Inclusions Inclusions Found in Synthetic Gems Inclusions Found in Enhanced Gems Identifying Inclusions of Specific Gems For more stunning…
Carving Techniques for Handling Inclusions in Transparent Gems
…a cluster of inclusions near the bottom and right (highlighted areas) where they would be most visible. Amethyst with inclusions I removed…
Clarity Grading Diamonds
…(Small Inclusions 2) SI3: (Small Inclusions 3) I1: (Included 1) I2: (Included 2) I3: (Included 3) Clarity Grading Diamonds: Examples VVS Inclusions…
Identifying Inclusions Found in Synthetic Gems
…to individual species. Also check out Synthetic Gemstones and Their Identification. Also see Inclusions Found in Natural Gems, Inclusions…
Emerald Origins: History and Identification
…inclusions, thin films, and two-phase inclusions are common, and three-phase inclusions have been observed. Partially healed fractures…
How To Orient Sapphires With Silk Inclusions
…to go with the lavender axis, where the inclusions are not as noticeable? I always thought silk inclusions would be more obvious and make the…
Identifying Inclusions Found in Natural Gems
…they are more important in grading than identification. Also see Inclusions Found in Natural Gems, Inclusions Found in Synthetic Gems, Inclusions…
Enhanced Gem Inclusions
…where the coating has chipped off, especially on the facet edges. More Resources for Identifying Inclusions Natural Gems and Their Inclusions…
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