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What are the best facet designs for novice gem cutters? Find recommendations for cutting styles, books, resources, and gemstone rough here.

Make gemology for kids educational and fun with these gemstone-themed games for all ages. Try these solo and party activities.

Learn about the different crystal growth methods used to artificially create gemstones in laboratories.

Many varieties of gems besides diamond can be created in the laboratory. Our synthetic gemstone guide covers many examples and explains their…

Marilyn Monroe said “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend.” Jill St. John said “Diamonds are forever.” Elizabeth Taylor said “Big girls…

This spinel has a light purple color much like a Brazilian amethyst. It is very clean but for one tiny feathery inclusion in the bottom that shows…

Detailed information and guide on Faceting Designs. A Faceting Design Diagram by Jeff R. Graham that presents various cuts, this one is called…

Detailed information and guide on Faceting Designs. A Faceting Design Diagram by Jeff R. Graham that presents various cuts, this one is called…

Successful tips and guide on Faceting Designs. A Faceting Design Diagram by Jeff R. Graham that presents various cuts, this one is called “Mask…