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The difference between Gem Species and Gem Varieties

The difference between Gem Species and Gem Vari...

Gem species are mineral species prized for their durability and beauty. Learn how chemical formulas and crystal structures define species and what causes gem variations, such as colors and optical...

The difference between Gem Species and Gem Vari...

Gem species are mineral species prized for their durability and beauty. Learn how chemical formulas and crystal structures define species and what causes gem variations, such as colors and optical...

Gemstone Luster: What is Gemstone Luster?

Gemstone Luster: What is Gemstone Luster?

What is Gemstone Luster? Gemstone luster describes how a gem's surface looks when it reflects light. Learn the common terms gemologists use for this property and what can affect it....

Gemstone Luster: What is Gemstone Luster?

What is Gemstone Luster? Gemstone luster describes how a gem's surface looks when it reflects light. Learn the common terms gemologists use for this property and what can affect it....

Mining and Extraction of Aquamarine

Mining and Extraction of Aquamarine

The Mining and Extraction of Aquamarine The mining and extraction of aquamarine involve several steps, ranging from prospecting and exploration to the actual extraction of the gemstone. Here is an...

Mining and Extraction of Aquamarine

The Mining and Extraction of Aquamarine The mining and extraction of aquamarine involve several steps, ranging from prospecting and exploration to the actual extraction of the gemstone. Here is an...

Physical and Chemical Properties of Aquamarine

Physical and Chemical Properties of Aquamarine

The Physical and Chemical Properties of Aquamarine Aquamarine, a variety of the mineral beryl, possesses specific physical and chemical properties that contribute to its unique characteristics. Here are the key...

Physical and Chemical Properties of Aquamarine

The Physical and Chemical Properties of Aquamarine Aquamarine, a variety of the mineral beryl, possesses specific physical and chemical properties that contribute to its unique characteristics. Here are the key...

Geological Formation of Aquamarine

Geological Formation of Aquamarine

The Geological Formation of Aquamarine Aquamarine forms through a combination of geological processes that involve the right conditions of temperature, pressure, and chemical elements. The formation of aquamarine typically occurs...

Geological Formation of Aquamarine

The Geological Formation of Aquamarine Aquamarine forms through a combination of geological processes that involve the right conditions of temperature, pressure, and chemical elements. The formation of aquamarine typically occurs...

All About Aquamarine

All About Aquamarine

Most aquamarines form in mineral-rich pegmatite rocks. They often occur with other pegmatite-based minerals such as quartz, garnet, and topaz.They form in granite pegmatite rocks and hydrothermal carbonate veins and cavities, where hydrothermal processes have modified the granitic...

All About Aquamarine

Most aquamarines form in mineral-rich pegmatite rocks. They often occur with other pegmatite-based minerals such as quartz, garnet, and topaz.They form in granite pegmatite rocks and hydrothermal carbonate veins and cavities, where hydrothermal processes have modified the granitic...