Many thanks to Gems & Gemology for sharing an gem inclusion report.
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Friday, March 29, 2024
Kaleidoscope In Alexandrite
A fine colored stone storyteller. Many thanks to Gems & Gemology.
Blue Amblygonite-Montebrasite From Rwanda
Many thanks to Gems & Gemology for sharing an insightful story on blue amblydonite-montebrasite.
Monday, March 25, 2024
Micro-Features Of Beryl
Beryl is a fascinating mineral. A must read for practicing gemologists and gem collectors. Many thanks to Gems & Gemology and GIA.
Gems Recovered From Sedimentary Rocks
A must read for practicing geologists and gemologist. Many thanks to Gems & Gemology and GIA.
A Unique Petrified Tree Fern From Northeast China
Many thanks to the School of Gemmology, China University of Geoscicences in Beijing and Gems & Gemology for the insightful article.
Slovak Opal: A New Life For A Historical Gem
Many thanks to Peter Semrad and Gems & Gemology for sharing an insightful article on Slovak opal.
Monday, February 12, 2024
Rare Natural Bicolor Diamond
Monday, December 04, 2023
Dravite In Fluorapatite
Crystal collectors should take note. Many thanks to Gems & Gemology and GIA for sharing the crystal update.
Turquoise Planet Earth
Many thanks to Gems & Gemology and GIA for sharing an unusual gift from a well-wisher.
Tourmaline In Emerald
Many thanks to GIA gemologist and Gems & Gemology for sharing an interesting inclusion report.
Saturday, December 02, 2023
Translucent Ruby Filled With Zinc Glass
Consumers beware. Many thanks to GIA Carlsbad and Gems & Gemology for sharing the insightful report.
Large Stellate Dislocation In Spinel
Many thanks to GIA New York and Gems & Gemology for sharing a fascinating gem inclusion in spinel.
Nebula Inclusion In Ruby Beryllium-Diffused To Heal Fractures
For a well-trained lab gemologist beryllium-diffused corundums are easily recognizable by its characteristic color and inclusions. Many thanks to GIA Carlbad team and Gems & Gemology for sharing the insightful report.
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Pearls In Traditional Indian Nose Rings
Pearls in traditional Indian nose rings are storytellers. Many thanks to Gems & Gemology and GIA Mumbai team for sharing an interesting report.
Zigzag Fingerprint In Sri Lankan Sapphire
Take a look at inclusions of an untreated Sri Lankan sapphire. Many thanks to Gems & Gemology for sharing the interesting inclusions.
Sunday, November 26, 2023
Rainy Lakeside City In Peridot
Here is an interesting inclusion pattern in a peridot for inclusion collectors. Many thanks to Gems & Gemology and GIA Tokyo for sharing the interesting report.
Flame-Like Surface Structure In A Nacreous Atypical Bead Cultured Pearl
A combination of culturing along with unique surface features makes this pearl different. Many thanks to Gems & Gemology and GIA Mumbai for sharing an insightful report.
Friday, November 24, 2023
Diamondiferous Mantle Eclogite
A must read report for field gemologists specializing in diamonds. Many thanks to Gems & Gemology and GIA for sharing an insightful report.
A Traditional Bombay Pearl Bunch
Seeing Bombay pearl bunches today is a rarity. Many thanks to GIA Mumbai for sharing an interesting report.