inclusions

…are heating and diffusion processes that can increase the rutile content and improve the star effect in such gems. Inclusions Inclusions can…

…Inside gems, mineral inclusions may act like straws and air bubbles in water. If the inclusions are transparent, how much they stand out relates…

…contain horsetail inclusions. Beautiful to observe, they also give the stone a unique character. 4.6-ct demantoid with horsetail inclusions…

…patterns of inclusions. Moss agates are one of the most sought-after varieties, with green inclusions that resemble moss. Similarly, dendritic…

Inclusions, some visible to the naked eye and others microscopic, are present in many gems. Some add great beauty and interest to a gemstone. However,…

…Cut: Too thin, too thick, or uneven thickness Imperfections: Considerable matrix or other inclusions visible on the crown Commercial Colors:…

…look for frosted naturals, frosted feathers, faceted girdles with bearding, melted inclusions, or melted graining on the girdle. These inclusions…

…not last permanently. Rutilated Topaz Some topazes may contain rutile needle inclusions and can resemble rutilated quartz gems. Other topazes…

…matters worse, many treated rubies and sapphires will have natural inclusions. You have to examine them very carefully to tell if they are treated…