was the key to their success. Why?.
Opal Matrix
ome opals have a banded growth of precious opal with matrix rock, and there can also be inclusions of matrix within the
Prehnite
Prehnite only fully reveals itself as a beautiful gemstone once it has been worked. The rough material hides its
Turquoise
For over 3,000 years, the ancient Persians exported turquoise to the world people couldn't get enough of it
Pink moonstone
The term pink covers colours from beige to peach to honey, ranging from translucent to opaque.
Faceted Square Cuts
The second group of faceted cuts includes straight-sided girdle shapes: squares, rectangles, octagons, triangles,
Appraising Gemstones
When you are first presented with a tray of gemstones it is easy to feel dazzled and slightly overwhelmed, and to
Moonstone
Moonstone is the opalescent variety of orthoclase. Traditionally thought to be a good- luck stone and an arouser of
