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Collecting Prescious And Semi-Prescious Stones
By Lee MacRae
For many people collecting various loose gemstones or loose diamonds is a favorite pastime. They simply love the beauty and the colors Of the assorted number of gemstones found worldwide today. This article will discuss a number of things you need to know when starting to collect varieties of gemstones yourself.
First off you need to read up on the wide variety of stones available. This knowledge will help you to know the properties of each stone so you buy the right items. A knowledgeable buyer is a wise one.
The chief thing you need to consider should be the color of the gemstone. You'll want the stone to be as close in color as possible to the pure colors of the spectrum. We are talking about orange, red, violet, green, yellow, and blue. Generally, the prices very pale or very dark precious and semi precious gemstones are lower in value.
The cut of the stone is the next factor to consider before buying. The preciseness of the cut is the factor which determines how much light the stone will reflect. The cut will factor highly in the brilliance of the stone and how much someone will pay for it.
Another factor to look at is the gemstone's clarity. This means the gemstones purity or the absence of internal inclusions, internal particles or spots inside the crystal. Needless to say, stones with no flaws would make the gemstone highly valuable.
Gemstones are often listed according to their size criteria since it is more uniform than carat weight. But different gemstones may have the same size but differ in carat weights and as a result different pricing structures. This is due to gemstone difference regarding specific gravity or relative density depending upon the chemical composition and crystal structure type A one carat round brilliant diamond, for example with standard proportions will be approximately 6.5 mm in diameter. A comparable a brilliant ruby of the same proportions in size will weigh approximately 1.55 carats.
Although gemstones are normally used for jewelry, loose gemstones are great for collecting. Actually there are many interesting and attractive gems that are too fragile or too large to be used in jewelry. Take each loose gemstone and Think of it as a mini sculpture or piece of art to be highly treasured for its unique nature and vibrant colors. And unlike some hobbies that require you to pay for your specimens you can actually go hunting for raw gemstones in the field. In the US in Virginia you can find Amethyst, Garnet, Beryl and Moonstone. And in Canada you can find opal in the Okanagan, British Columbia or Tourmaline from Chatham Twonship, Quebec as well as iolite from Manitouwadge, Ontario. Think of collecting gemstones as a great hobby and pastime.
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Cleaning gemstones is easy. Simply soak the piece in a bowl of warm, soapy water for several minutes. Then use a soft, non-metallic brush to remove any grime. If you use a jewelry cleanser, make sure it is non-abrasive. Don't use harsh chemical cleaners, and be careful when cleaning the item in the sink because it can end up down the drainpipe. Also, keep in mind that some gemstones may have been treated or enhanced by heating, oiling, irradiation or diffusion. Heated and irradiated stones generally don't require special care when cleaning, but diffused stones could become lighter if scrubbed too hard.
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The Archduke Joseph...this 76.45-carat diamond gets its name from from Archduke
Joseph August (1872-1962), a previous owner of the gem and a prince of the
Hungarian line of the Hapsburg dynasty. The Archduke Joseph is a colorless
diamond; it possesses the most notable characteristic of the best Golconda
diamonds, namely a high internal clarity. Thus its D-color certification. It is
cut in a rectangular cushion shape, perhaps a style of cutting that is not
entirely unfitting with its Indian origin. The diamond originally weighed 78.54
carats but was slightly recut in the late-1990's by Molina Fine Jewelers down to
its present 76.45-carat weight. The diamond has been graded as being Internally
Flawless.
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