2015 Tucson Gem and Mineral Show – IGS Member Report
Review of the 2015 Tucson Gem and Mineral Show by International Gem Society member Richard Edley.
2014 Clark Scholarship Finalist – Essay 5
Marilyn Monroe said “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend.” Jill St. John said “Diamonds are forever.” Elizabeth Taylor said “Big girls…
Learning Center
Library of information related to gemstones, gemology, gemstone jewelry information, reference charts, and lapidary information.
Asscher Style Square Emerald Cut Aquamarine, Brazil, 2.59 cts
This stone has a thin veil type inclusion but looks pretty good at normal viewing disances. It is a typical, heat threated jewelry store type aquamarine…
Celebrity Engagement Rings
What stones are the trendsetters using to pop the question? Take a look at the diamonds and colored gems in these celebrity engagement rings.
Online Faceting Designs & Diagrams: Round Brilliant Dome #2
Information and guide on Faceting Designs. A Faceting Design Diagram by Jeff R. Graham that presents various cuts, this is the “Round Brilliant…
Online Faceting Designs & Diagrams: Moon Glow
Information and guide on Faceting Designs. An Online Faceting Design Diagram by Jeff R. Graham that presents various cuts, this one is called “Moon…
Quartz Shield: Faceting Design Diagram
Successful tips and guide on Faceting Designs. A Faceting Design Diagram by Jeff R. Graham that presents various cuts, this one is called “Quartz…
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