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141. Phenomenon: A special optical occurrence, or circumstance observed or are visible in certain gemstones such as chatoyancy, asterism, or play of color, adularescence, girasol, labradorescence, opalescence, schiller, etc.; HTML, 24 Kb, 2008-07-20 13:06:20; /chapters/glossary/phenomenon.html
142. Physical properties: Physical properties of gemstones are extremely important in understanding geological phenomena in synthesizing new materials, and identification of minerals. Physical properties and chemical composition of minerals change with temperature and pressure. P; HTML, 24 Kb, 2008-07-20 13:06:22; /chapters/glossary/physical-properties.html
143. Spectroscope: A small hand optical device for obtaining and visually observing spectrum, in which collimated light passes through a narrow slit onto either a prism or diffraction grating, its spectrum being viewed by a lens system or telescope. The angle between the c; HTML, 24 Kb, 2008-07-20 13:06:53; /chapters/glossary/spectroscope.html
144. Spectrum: Any array of electromagnetic visible light ordered according to its constituent wavelengths or colors, when the white light is dispersed by a prism or diffraction grating, ranging from about 750 to about 400 nm. The spectra can obtained by means of spectr; HTML, 27 Kb, 2008-07-20 13:06:54; /chapters/glossary/spectrum.html
145. Synthetic: Artificially made substance that has the same appearance, physical properties and chemical compound as its natural counterpart mineral. Some synthetic stones have no counterpart in nature they are synthetic gemstones except if they used as an imitation fo; HTML, 25 Kb, 2008-07-20 13:06:58; /chapters/glossary/synthetic.html
146. Translucent: Gemstone transmits light but no object can be seen clearly through it such as moonstone. Translucent gemstones are not suitable for brilliant cutting but cut cabochon.; HTML, 23 Kb, 2008-07-20 13:07:07; /chapters/glossary/translucent.html
147. Ultrasonic cleaning: A device for cleaning dirt and other foreign particles from gemstones and jewelry articles by subjecting them to ultrasonic vibrations immersed in water or other solvent. The articles must be free of stress flaws. Glass lenses and other bodies can be poli; HTML, 24 Kb, 2008-07-20 13:07:17; /chapters/glossary/ultrasonic-cleaning.html
148. Vanadium: A very hard, light-gray, ductile, malleable, metallic element of the group V of the Periodic System with the symbol V. It is one of the 8 pigment metals responsible for color in gemstones such as beryl, sapphire (natural or synthetic). Used as a component; HTML, 24 Kb, 2008-07-20 13:07:28; /chapters/glossary/vanadium.html
149. Weight of gemstones and precious metals: A standard mass. The unit of weight of gemstones since 1913, is the international metric carat or decimally of them in points.; HTML, 23 Kb, 2008-07-20 13:07:44; /chapters/glossary/weight-of-gemstones-and-precious-metals.html
150. A Bibliography of Alexandrite Gemstone Buyer and Collector's Guide: An annotated bibliography of Alexandrite Gemstone Buyer and Collector's Guide; HTML, 59 Kb, 2008-07-20 13:08:19; /chapters/bibliography.html
151. What makes natural alexandrite so expensive?: Alexandrite is an expensive gemstone because it so rare and production has always been limited. For years, the only source for alexandrite was Russia. In the last 20 or 30 years several new discoveries of alexandrite have been reported but production of s; HTML, 25 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:10:06; /chapters/faq/what-makes-natural-alexandrite-so-expensive.html
152. Are there any other gemstones which change color?: Several other well known gemstones, including diaspore, sapphire, garnet and spinel may also change color as a function of the light source but the color change of top alexandrites is distinctive and attractive under any light conditions.; HTML, 26 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:10:37; /chapters/faq/are-there-any-other-gemstones-which-change-color.html
153. Is alexandrite the most expensive gemstone in the world?: Along with diamonds, rubies, and emeralds, top quality alexandrites are among the most expensive gemstones in the world. In larger sizes over 4.00 or 5.00cts., Burmese rubies are more rare and expensive than alexandrites but in sizes below 1.00cts., alexa; HTML, 26 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:11:10; /chapters/faq/is-alexandrite-the-most-expensive-gemstone-in-the-world.html
154. Why is natural alexandrite better than synthetic alexandrite?: Natural alexandrite is not better than synthetic alexandrite but natural alexandrite is very rare and uncommon in modern jewelry because it is hardly ever available and because it is too expensive for the general public to buy. Even lower quality more inc; HTML, 26 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:11:15; /chapters/faq/why-is-natural-alexandrite-better-than-synthetic-alexandrite.html
155. How can I spot the difference between a natural and a synthetic alexandrite?: HTML, 26 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:11:26; /chapters/faq/how-can-i-spot-the-difference-between-a-natural-and-a-synthetic-alexandrite.html
156. Where do the best alexandrite gemstones come from?: Although Russian alexandrites have the most historical value, fine stones are occasionally available from deposits in Brazil, India, Tanzania, Madagascar, and Sri Lanka. Unfortunately, there has been little production of alexandrites from any deposit in r; HTML, 26 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:11:44; /chapters/faq/where-do-the-best-alexandrite-gemstones-come-from.html
157. What is the best way to clean and take care of alexandrites?: With a hardness of 8.5, Alexandrite is a tough, hard, and durable gemstone that doesn't require any special attention. Still, even the hardest gemstones can shatter with a single well-placed blow so caution is always a good idea. Washing dishes with your; HTML, 25 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:11:53; /chapters/faq/what-is-the-best-way-to-clean-and-take-care-of-alexandrites.html
158. Where can I buy natural alexandrite gemstones?: Fine alexandrites or alexandrite jewelry can be purchased from jewelers specializing in colored gemstones, at trade shows, from TV sellers, at high end jewelry auctions, or online from websites specialized in alexandrite. You would be unlikely to find a h; HTML, 25 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:12:01; /chapters/faq/where-can-i-buy-natural-alexandrite-gemstones.html
159. Where can I test and appraise my alexandrite?: The most well known gemological laboratories are listed below and all of them are equipped to test alexandrite. Most gemological laboratories only identify gemstones, they do not appraise them.; HTML, 28 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:12:19; /chapters/faq/where-can-i-test-and-appraise-my-alexandrite.html
160. What do I need to check before purchasing alexandrite gemstone?: First and foremost, we need to look at the quality and strength of the color change. A strong change where the colors are bright and attractive under any kind of light is most desirable. Many stones are either a beautiful green in daylight or a nice pinki; HTML, 26 Kb, 2008-07-29 08:12:28; /chapters/faq/what-do-i-need-to-check-before-purchasing-alexandrite-gemstone.html

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