Is a Laboratory-Made Emerald a Real Emerald?
Question: I want to get an emerald pendant for a Christmas present. I’ve talked to some jewelers who are trying to push lab-created emerald…
How to Re-Oil an Emerald
Question: Does anyone have any advice on how to re-oil emeralds? I recently had the misfortune of dopping an oiled emerald. The oil seeped out of…
How to Re-Oil Emeralds Safely and Easily
Oil treatment is a standard industry practice for enhancing emeralds. However, the treatments are not permanent. Learn how to re-oil emeralds…
Are White Aquamarines Genuine Aquamarines?
Aquamarine is the blue to blue-green variety of beryl. If you encounter so-called white aquamarines, buyer beware. Learn the facts about these…
Frosted Stars: Variations on Star-Cut Gemstones
“Frosted Stars” are variations on classic five and six-pointed star-cut gemstones. Learn how to facet these gem designs and make the stars…
Is a Lab-Created Emerald a Real Emerald?
What’s the difference between a lab-created emerald and a natural emerald? Is a synthetic gem a real gem? Learn the facts before you buy emerald…
What is the Best Synthetic Corundum?
Question: Which laboratory method creates the best synthetic corundum for faceting? By International Gem Society 2 minute read Synthetic corundum…
What are the Best Rough Sapphire Stones?
The best rough sapphire stones may come from different sources, depending on the color you want. However, valuable blues may pose some faceting…
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