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Back to Search20. The Refractometer: Gem testing and how it works
Season 1 Episode 20
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In this episode of Facet Nation, Simon and Lucinda delve into the intricacies of the refractometer, a crucial tool for gemmologists. …
7 months, 2 weeks ago
19. Gemmology Exam Preparation: What to expect
Season 1 Episode 19
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In this episode of Facet Nation, Lucinda and Simon discuss their experiences preparing for and taking the Gem-A exams, particularly f…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
18. The Best Kept Secrets of Spinel
Season 1 Episode 18
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In this episode, Lucinda and Simon explore the fascinating world of spinel, a gemstone often overshadowed by rubies and sapphi…
8 months ago
17. Interview: Rosie Young. Lab Gemmology and all things Sunstone
Season 1 Episode 17
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In this episode of Facet Nation, hosts Simon and Lucinda chat with Rosie Young, a lab gemologist at GCS Lab. Rosie shares her journey…
8 months, 2 weeks ago
16. Light & Gem Testing Instruments: The Polariscope
Season 1 Episode 16
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In this episode of Facet Nation, Simon and Lucinda explore the intricacies of gemmology, focusing on the polariscope and its signific…
8 months, 3 weeks ago
15. Live Episode - Tanzanite - The Gem and Mineral Show London
Season 1 Episode 15
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In this live episode of Facet nation, hosts Simon and Lucinda share their experiences at the London Gem and Mineral Show, where they …
8 months, 4 weeks ago
14. Light and Optics in Gemstones
Season 1 Episode 14
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In this episode of the Facet nation podcast, Simon and Lucinda delve into the intricate world of light and optics as they relate to g…
9 months ago
13. Interview: Video Game Gemstones and Precision Gem cutting with Arya Akhavan
Season 1 Episode 13
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In this episode Lucinda and Simon speak to gem cutting pioneer Arya Akhavan, his trademarked gemstone cuts; the Void Reaver and the L…
9 months, 2 weeks ago
12. Light and Wave Theory - A History
Season 1 Episode 12
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In this episode of the Facet Nation: A gemmology podcast, hosts Lucinda and Simon explore the intricate relationship between light an…
9 months, 3 weeks ago
11. Gem weight and Specific Gravity: How heavy are your gemstones?
Season 1 Episode 11
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In this episode of the Facet nation podcast, Simon and Lucinda delve into the intricate world of gemmology, focusing on the concepts …
9 months, 4 weeks ago