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Quartz Crystals Found in the U.S.(Post)
I apologize-we recently acquired a huge collection of mostly Petrified Wood and as that was not our expertise, I have spent a lot of time learning all I can about it. While learning I have been writi ...
Varieties of Colored Quartz Crystals Found in the U.S. (Post)Last month we talked about Quartz found in the United States. Specifically, clear or colorless Quartz crystals. You can read that article, as well as other gemstones found in the U.S.,by clicking on ...
Understanding Chakras(Post)If you are into rocks and crystals, you no doubt, are familiar with the believe in metaphysical powers of stones and have heard about Chakras. Some collectors aren't into "metaphysical powers", but m ...
Enhancements in Gemstones(Post)First off you may ask what is a gemstone enhancement? An gemstone enhancement is any process, other than cutting and polishing, that improves the appearance (color or clarity), durability, or availab ...
Manmade, Synthetic, and Imitation Gemstones(Post)What is the difference between: manmade, synthetic or imitation gemstones? SYNTHETIC GEMSTONES A synthetic stone is a laboratory grown stone that exhibits essentially the same physical, optical and c ...
Gemstone Testing(Post)When a gemstone is presented for appraisal, the jeweler will need to determine for sure what the gemstone is and if it is natural or fake, or treated or dyed, without actually harming the stone. The ...
Backing Your Stone Cabochons(Post)Sometimes when cutting a cabochon from softer stone materials you might cement a back to it. This is often done to stabilize or strength a stone. Various backings may also be used to enhance a gemsto ...
Caring for your Cabochon Stone Jewelry(Post)Though most semiprecious stones are very durable in jewelry, care must still be taken to maintain and protect your cabochon's polish and beauty, both when setting and when wearing. As most people are ...
Petrified Wood Found in the USA(Post)Petrified Wood has been found in every state in the United States. Petrified Wood is found worldwide in sedimentary beds ranging in age from the Devonian (about 390 million years ago), when woody pla ...
What are Agates, how do they form patterns or inclusions?(Post)What are Agates, how are the formed, and what patterns and inclusions do they have? Agate is a member of the Chalcedony family. Chalcedony (kal SED' nee) is any form of microcrystalline quartz, where ...
The Tucson Gem and Mineral Show(Post)The Tucson Gem and Mineral Show is the largest gemstone, fossil, rock and mineral show in the world (2015!) Dealers come from all over the world to sell ANYTHING gemstone, rock, mineral specimen ...
Diamonds Found in the USA(Post)Are diamonds found in the United States? The answer is yes! Diamonds have been found in the United States, all the way from North Carolina to California and from Georgia to Wisconsin. Why are d ...
Using Designer Stone Cabochons In Jewelry (Post)Are you ready to start working with Unique and High Quality stone cabochons? Today the mainstream jewelry world has come a long way. No more plain old gold and diamonds or fake plastic stones. Today ...
Semiprecious Stones Found in the U.S.(Post)In the past few months, we have talked about Diamonds, Pearls and other Precious Gemstones found in the United States-you can check those blogs out here: https://www.barlowsgems.net/stones-and-jewelr ...
History of Jewelry (Post)Jewelry is a word used to describe small decorative objects worn for personal adornment. Jewelry is derived from the Latin word jocale, which means plaything”. That word evolved into the Old Fr ...
​Rock and Mineral Identification-A Rockhounders Guide(Post)Rock and Mineral Identification-A Rockhounders Guide I’m writing this guide to help you understand a little better what some of these minerals or rocks may be or how to find more of them. This ...
Druses- Druse, Drusy, Druzy Cabochons(Page)Druse Cabochons are semiprecious gemstone cabochons with a natural surface texture of fine quartz crystals. The correct term is actually "Druse Cabochon" but it is also commonly spelled drusy cab ...
State Gemstones, Minerals, Fossils and Rocks(Page)Did you know that most states have official rocks, minerals, gemstones, and or fossils? Find out what rock, mineral or gemstone your state is known for: ALABAMA = GEMSTONE: Star Blue Quartz - MI ...
Chalcedony Cabochons(Page)Chalcedony is a variety of Quartz stones that includes both jaspers and agates. Chalcedony (kal SED' nee) is any form of cryptocrystalline quartz , where the crystals are too small to be seen ...
Agate Cabochons(Page)Agate Cabochons are a member of the Chalcedony family of semiprecious gemstones. Chalcedony (kal SED' nee) is any form of microcrystalline quartz, where the crystals are too small to be seen with ...
Metaphysical Stone Meanings(Page)Metaphysics is the branch of philosophy that investigates principles of reality transcending those of any particular science. It deals with defining “being”, such as “why do we ...
Jasper Cabochons(Page)Jasper cabochon stones are Chalcedony gemstones. Chalcedony (kal SED' nee) is any form of microcrystalline quartz, where the crystals are too small to be seen without high magnification. Howeve ...
Natural Stone Cabochon Characteristics(Page) Cabochon stones come in a variety of bright colors and patterns. The most obvious characteristic of a precious or semi precious stone is color. Certain semi precious gemstones have a ...
Gemstone Cabochon Glossary(Page) Lapidary terms used to describe semiprecious gemstone materials used to cut designer cabochons: Botryoidal or Bubble This literally means “cluster of grapes” and is used to des ...
Legends and Lore of Stone Cabochons(Page)The belief in healing stones, healing crystals or the magical healing properties of stones is not new. In fact, belief in the supernatural power of rocks, that they can heal, provide wealth, or p ...