inclusions

Table of Contents:CrystalsCavitiesSingle PhaseTwo PhaseThree PhaseFingerprintsFeathers and Veils Crystals Crystals are easy to distinguish…

One of the simplest ways to distinguish natural from synthetic gems is finding inclusions that can only be the result of laboratory growth. You…

Gemstone treatments can have a significant impact on the value and stability of a stone. The following enhancement processes leave behind some…

Imagine you find this blue gemstone for sale at a pawn shop. Can the inclusions you see help you narrow the range of possible identifications? Absolutely.…

Some natural as well as synthetic gems have specific, characteristic inclusions. Learn the identifying inclusions of some of the most popular…

Successful tips and guide in identifying Inclusions Found in Natural Gems. Read and learn several ways to identify inclusions found in natural…

Identifying lab-created gems is a critical skill for gemologists. Learn how to spot the most common synthetic gemstone inclusions.

Learn the story behind the 294-ct trilliant morganite cut by Steve Moriarty of Moriarty’s Gem Art and watch his gem-cutting demonstration.

In the nineteenth century, the gemstone market was separated into two broad categories: precious and semi-precious. The four gems in the precious…