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Collecting Loose Gemstones
By Lee MacRae
Why would anyone collect items like loose gemstones, you ask? Well to begin with gemstones are extremely beautiful. And like their higher counterpart, natural diamonds they can appreciate in value over time. Many in this hobby love to find, collect and finish each and every one of the 150 varieties available. Follow along as we examine the loose gemstones hobby.
Right at the start you'll need the knowledge on the wide variety of stones available. You'll find it very helpful to know what exactly you're looking for and prevent you from making mistakes. Get the answer to questions like how, where and what to buy.
Number one to look at Is gemstone color. Gemstones at the top of the ladder have colors that are close in pureness to the spectral colors of orange, green, yellow, Violet or blue. Gemstone colors that are somewhat muted or are too dark can lower the value quite easily.
How a gemstone is cut is the second most important value determination to look at before a purchase. The preciseness of the cut determines the amount of light the gemstone stone will reflect. It will fully determine the brilliance of the stone and how much someone will pay for it.
Next to look at is gemstone clarity. Clarity is the term that refers to the internal conclusions or flaws of the gemstone under consideration. Normally large flaws can be seen with the unaided eye with the others needing a 10X magnification.
Next item to look at is the duo of size and weight. Because gemstones can vary greatly in density and specific gravity. Size and weight are not necessarily equal from stone to stone. If you have a diamond that weighs 1.00 carats a ruby of equal size would weigh 1.20 carats. An emerald stone would be about 0.95 carats and an Alexandrite gem stone would came in at 1.23 carats.
Collecting various gemstones can create an enjoyable hobby and pastime. And there are so many different types in gemstones you can collect. You can start collecting gemstones like Feldspar (moonstone), Spinel or Axinite for instance. The choice and beauty and variety is almost endless. And if you like a hands on hobby you can find gemstones for yourself instead of buying. Just in the United States in New York you can find Beryl, Brown Tourmaline, Rose Quartz as well as Fresh Water Pearl.
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Chalcedony gets it's name from the Greek City, Chalcedon. Blue Chalcedony is most commonly thought to give physical strength, beauty and endurance to the wearer. As a protector, it is said to ward off negative energies. It is also thought to provide protection during political upset and while traveling. Believed to assist in Gall Bladder problems, depression, bad dreams and improve lactation. Pink Chalcedony is a true opal in a beautiful pastel pink with a translucent appearance. Gemstone of love and rising in cost very quickly, this stone is a wonderful investment. Believed to calm relationships and promote inner healing. Also improve skin conditions.
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Aquamarine comes in various shades of blue: light, blue-green and dark. The best
quality is see-through. This gemstone has a hardness of 7.5. Clean your
aquamarine jewelry with a soft bristle brush in warm, soapy water. Avoid using a
home ultrasonic machine. Especially with an aquamarine engagement ring, care
should be taken to protect this gem stone from scratches and sharp blows.
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Peridot is one of the few gemstones which exist only in one color � green. Fine traces of iron account for the green color with a slight golden hue. It is a variety of the mineral olivine and is formed during volcanic eruptions. The amount of iron determines the variation of the color which can range from yellow-green and olive to dark lime-green. The ancient Romans noticed its color did not change in artificial light, so they named the stone �evening emerald�. Currently it is found in the U.S. in Arizona and New Mexico, Burma, Pakistan and China. Peridot ranks 6.5 to 7.0 on the Mohs Scale of Hardness and is the birthstone for the month of August.
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