gemology guide

Gemstone Inclusions basics

Gemstone Inclusions basics

Have you ever gazed into the depths of a sparkling gemstone and noticed tiny imperfections within? These mesmerizing inclusions are like hidden stories within the stone, adding character and uniqueness...

Gemstone Inclusions basics

Have you ever gazed into the depths of a sparkling gemstone and noticed tiny imperfections within? These mesmerizing inclusions are like hidden stories within the stone, adding character and uniqueness...

basics on Gemstone Enhancements

basics on Gemstone Enhancements

What are Gemstone Enhancements? Gemstone enhancements improve the appearance and wearability of gems. Learn about the most commonly used procedures and frequently treated types of gems. Gemstone enhancements are applied...

basics on Gemstone Enhancements

What are Gemstone Enhancements? Gemstone enhancements improve the appearance and wearability of gems. Learn about the most commonly used procedures and frequently treated types of gems. Gemstone enhancements are applied...

Understanding Gemstone Density and Specific Gravity

Understanding Gemstone Density and Specific Gra...

Basics of Gemstone Density and Specific Gravity Gemologists sometimes measure gemstone density or specific gravity to help with gem identification. Learn the basics of this property and how to test...

Understanding Gemstone Density and Specific Gra...

Basics of Gemstone Density and Specific Gravity Gemologists sometimes measure gemstone density or specific gravity to help with gem identification. Learn the basics of this property and how to test...

What are Gemstone Absorption Spectra?

What are Gemstone Absorption Spectra?

  Discover how gems absorb light wavelengths and how gemologists utilize gemstone absorption spectra to recognize gems. Color is more complex than it seems!   Although an obvious quality, color...

What are Gemstone Absorption Spectra?

  Discover how gems absorb light wavelengths and how gemologists utilize gemstone absorption spectra to recognize gems. Color is more complex than it seems!   Although an obvious quality, color...

Spectroscope Instructions for beginning Gemologists

Spectroscope Instructions for beginning Gemolog...

The spectroscope is one of gemology’s principal tools. Our basic spectroscope instructions will teach you how to operate and calibrate this instrument. So you've just bought your first spectroscope. Now what...

Spectroscope Instructions for beginning Gemolog...

The spectroscope is one of gemology’s principal tools. Our basic spectroscope instructions will teach you how to operate and calibrate this instrument. So you've just bought your first spectroscope. Now what...

Recommended Diamond Grading Tools for Novices

Recommended Diamond Grading Tools for Novices

Identifying diamonds requires the right equipment. Learn what diamond grading tools novice professionals or hobbyists need. You need the right equipment to identify and grade natural diamonds. Just as with colored...

Recommended Diamond Grading Tools for Novices

Identifying diamonds requires the right equipment. Learn what diamond grading tools novice professionals or hobbyists need. You need the right equipment to identify and grade natural diamonds. Just as with colored...