inclusions

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.

Experiment 8: Advanced Detective Techniques The Read-Through Test: Set Up Your Reading Test:Place clear, round specimens over printed text…

Amethysts are one of the most popular gemstone varieties. Used in jewelry at every price point, and you can find them set in inexpensive children’s…

Amber is part of a small group of gemstones that are created by living organisms known in the trade as “organics”. Specifically, amber is defined…

Learn which gemstones are the best investments for long-term value. Explore diamonds, sapphires, rubies, emeralds, and pearls that retain worth…

As a gem cutter, your skill determines whether a rough diamond becomes a brilliant masterpiece or an unremarkable stone. Every angle you cut, every…

As a gem cutter, every decision you make at the wheel directly impacts the final stone’s market value. The angle of each facet, the depth of…

As a gemstone cutter, you’ve likely encountered stones that should sparkle brilliantly but instead appear lifeless and dull. The culprit…