Natural gemstones are typically far more valuable than synthetic ones, so being able to identify them correctly is a powerful skill.
Read MoreFirst in a series, this article reviews the exploration for gemstones and mining methods in Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Read MoreA survey of the current gemmological knowledge of pegmatites, including the gem varieties aquamarine, tourmaline and topaz.
Read MoreFrom the Summer 1991 issue of Gems & Gemmology, a summary of important gemmology-related articles published in other journals.
Read MoreThis article, from the Spring 1991 issue of Gems & Gemmology, is a compilation of abstracts of important gemmology-related articles published outside of Gems & Gemmology.
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Aquamarine from granitic pegmatites of the Masino-Bregaglia Massif, Central Alps, Italy.
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