The proper use and limitations of IR spectroscopy for identifying natural versus synthetic amethyst of various types have been investigated, focusing on the region 3800–3000 cm-1.
Read MoreFrom the Summer 1991 issue of Gems & Gemmology, a summary of important gemmology-related articles published in other journals.
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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 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.
Read MoreWhere there are no inclusions or colour zoning, the presence of Brazil twinning in the natural amethyst will usually make the distinction.
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