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Gemstone Identification

Learn the tools and techniques gemologists use to identify stones — from simple home tests to understanding crystal systems and optical properties.

intermediate
1

Basic Gemstone Identification at Home

Tools and tests you can use to begin identifying unknown stones

690 words 3 min read
2

Understanding the Mohs Hardness Scale

How gem hardness works and why it matters for durability and identification

687 words 3 min read
3

Crystal Systems Explained

The seven crystal systems and what they mean for gemstone properties

685 words 3 min read
4

Optical Properties: Refraction, Dispersion, and Pleochroism

The physics behind brilliance, fire, and color change in gemstones

805 words 4 min read
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