X-ray Computed Microtomography Applied to Pearls: Methodology, Advantages and Limitations
Stefanos Karampelas, Jürgen Michel, Mingling Zheng-Cui, Jens-Oliver Schwarz, Frieder Enzmann, Emmanuel Fritsch, Leon Leu, and Michael S. Krzemnicki
X-ray computed microtomography reveals the internal features of pearls in great detail.
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The Current Status of Chinese Freshwater Cultured Pearls
Shigeru Akmatsu, Li Tajima Zansheng, June 1, 2001
Chinese freshwater cultured pearls (FWCPs) are assuming a growing role at major gem and jewellery fairs, and in the market at large.
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Gemstone Durability: Design to Display
Deborah Dupont Martin, June 1, 1987
A treatise on the design, display, care and repair of fine gemstones.
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Majorica Imitation Pearls
June Hanano, Mary Wildman, September 1, 1990
The Majorica S.A. product is remarkably similar in appearance to saltwater cultured pearls.
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