Learn how to identify diamonds, colored gemstones, and pearls, and to separate them from fakes and look-alikes. The authors explain what instruments are needed, how to use them, where to get them, and what should be seen for each gemstone. Faster than you can imagine, you will learn to identify most of the gems and imitations found in the marketplace.
This practical volume is the key to avoiding costly mistakes and recognizing profitable opportunities for collectors, investors, jewelry lovers, hobbyists, jewelers, antique dealers, and gemology students.
Selected Contents: Setting up a basic lab.Description of Each Instrument: What It Will Show & How to Use It.Dark Field Loupe - Synthetic Emerald Filters - Immersion Cell - Synthetic Diamond Detector - Loupe - Chelsea Filter - Electronic Diamond Tester - Refractometer - Ultraviolet Lamp - Microscope - Spectroscope - Polariscope - DichroscopeWhat to Look For, Gem by GemAntique & Estate Jewelry - The True Test for the Gem Detective. Dyeing - Composite Stones - Foil Backing - Substitutions
Appendices: Charts and Tables of Gemstone Properties, Instrument Sellers, Schools, Gemology Laboratories, and more.
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