Among the collection assembled by Dr Edward Gübelin are a number of uncommon gemstones from many worldwide localities.
Read MoreAmethyst is the purple variety of the quartz mineral species and the gem most commonly associated with the colour purple.
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Karyna Sena, a third-generation gem and jewellery professional, infuses the rich tapestry of Brazil – and her joie de vivre – in each of her designs.
Read MoreFrom the Summer 1991 issue of Gems & Gemmology, a summary of important gemmology-related articles published in other journals.
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Once upon a time, gem cutting was a strict craft bound by centuries of tradition. Then Bernd Munsteiner (b. 1943) invented the fantasy cut.
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Sometimes what you don’t see is as important as what you do. “Negative space” is the explanation for this curious statement.
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Natural gemstones are typically far more valuable than synthetic ones, so being able to identify them correctly is a powerful skill.
Read MoreLearn about amethyst's durability and how to care for your amethyst jewellery.
Read MoreThis article, from the Autumn 1991 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of abstracts of important gemmology-related articles published outside of Gems & Gemology.
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