what the gem

Gemology content by hobbyist Nick. Exploring the world of gemstones and sharing what it’s like to run a gem lab at home. Learn how gemstones are identified and how to properly use basic gemology lab equipment.


Gem Testing Tutorial: how to use the hydrostatic balance instrument to determine specific gravity

Gem Testing Tutorial: how to use the hydrostatic balance instrument to determine specific gravity
Gem Testing Tutorial: how to use the Refractometer and measure the Refractive Index of gems

Gem Testing Tutorial: how to use the Refractometer and measure the Refractive Index of gems
Gem Testing Tutorial: how to use the Polariscope and see the gem's optic character

Gem Testing Tutorial: how to use the Polariscope and see the gem's optic character
Gem Testing Tutorial: how to use the Dichroscope and check for Pleochroism

Gem Testing Tutorial: how to use the Dichroscope and check for Pleochroism
Gem Testing Tutorial: how to use the loupe and tweezers in gem identification

Gem Testing Tutorial: how to use the loupe and tweezers in gem identification
Gem Testing Tutorial: how to use the Conoscope and locate the Optic Axis

Gem Testing Tutorial: how to use the Conoscope and locate the Optic Axis
Simple, number Sequence Method for solving the Rubik’s Cube — Hold, Move, Solve

Simple, number Sequence Method for solving the Rubik’s Cube — Hold, Move, Solve