John L. Emmett, et al., June 1, 2003
The heat treatment of corundum involving lattice diffusion of beryllium (Be) at temperatures over 1800°C has become a major issue in the gem trade.
Read MoreRobert E. Kane, Robert C. Kammerling, June 1, 1990
Blue diffusion-treated sapphires are becoming more prevalent than ever before.
Read MoreJack S. D. Abraham, June 1, 1982
An overview of the potential effects that heat treatment can have on corundum.
Read MoreBrendan M. Laurs, Thomas W. Overton
This article, from the Summer 2009 issue of Gems & Gemmology, is a compilation of abstracts of important gemmology-related articles published outside of Gems & Gemmology.
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