guide de gemmologie

Exploring the Fascinating World of Mineral Varieties

Exploring the Fascinating World of Mineral Vari...

The sheer number of mineral names and their relationships to each other may initially confuse mineralogy students. Some mineral names are just synonyms, but others are varieties. Understanding the concept...

Exploring the Fascinating World of Mineral Vari...

The sheer number of mineral names and their relationships to each other may initially confuse mineralogy students. Some mineral names are just synonyms, but others are varieties. Understanding the concept...

Uncovering the Secrets of Minerals: What They're Made of and How Many Exist

Uncovering the Secrets of Minerals: What They'r...

Minerals are the building blocks of our planet, forming the very foundation upon which our world rests. These fascinating natural wonders come in a dazzling array of colors, shapes, and...

Uncovering the Secrets of Minerals: What They'r...

Minerals are the building blocks of our planet, forming the very foundation upon which our world rests. These fascinating natural wonders come in a dazzling array of colors, shapes, and...

The Magnetic Attraction of Gemstones: A Closer Look

The Magnetic Attraction of Gemstones: A Closer ...

Gemstones have long captivated the human imagination, with their dazzling array of colors, shapes, and unique properties. One fascinating aspect of these natural wonders is their interaction with magnetic fields....

The Magnetic Attraction of Gemstones: A Closer ...

Gemstones have long captivated the human imagination, with their dazzling array of colors, shapes, and unique properties. One fascinating aspect of these natural wonders is their interaction with magnetic fields....

Uncovering the Secrets of Mineral Classification: A Comprehensive Guide

Uncovering the Secrets of Mineral Classificatio...

Minerals are the building blocks of our planet, each with its own unique chemical composition and physical properties. Understanding how these fascinating natural wonders are classified is crucial for anyone...

Uncovering the Secrets of Mineral Classificatio...

Minerals are the building blocks of our planet, each with its own unique chemical composition and physical properties. Understanding how these fascinating natural wonders are classified is crucial for anyone...

The Characterization of Natural Gemstones Using Non-Invasive FT-IR Spectroscopy: New Data on Tourmalines

The Characterization of Natural Gemstones Using...

Fourteen samples of tourmaline from the Real Museo Mineralogico of Federico II University (Naples) have been characterized through multi-methodological investigations (EMPA-WDS, SEM-EDS, LA-ICP-MS, and FT-IR spectroscopy). The samples show different...

The Characterization of Natural Gemstones Using...

Fourteen samples of tourmaline from the Real Museo Mineralogico of Federico II University (Naples) have been characterized through multi-methodological investigations (EMPA-WDS, SEM-EDS, LA-ICP-MS, and FT-IR spectroscopy). The samples show different...

Understanding Chatoyance: The Unique Optical Phenomenon in Gemstones That Captivates Collectors

Understanding Chatoyance: The Unique Optical Ph...

What is Chatoyance? Chatoyance, commonly referred to as the 'cat's eye effect', is a captivating optical phenomenon seen in certain gemstones. This effect is characterized by a narrow band of...

Understanding Chatoyance: The Unique Optical Ph...

What is Chatoyance? Chatoyance, commonly referred to as the 'cat's eye effect', is a captivating optical phenomenon seen in certain gemstones. This effect is characterized by a narrow band of...