The Hobby Of Loose Gemstone Collecting
By Lee MacRae
Why would anyone collect items like loose gemstones, you ask? Well to begin with they've been sought for their beauty for many centuries. And just like natural diamonds they can appreciate in value over time. Many hobbyists love to find, collect and finish each and every one of the 150 varieties available. This article will look at the hobby of collecting loose gemstones.
The first step in starting the hobby of collecting gemstones the smart way is through the power of knowledge. By taking a quick trip to the library or local bookstore you can locate all you need to know about the subject that will let you make wise purchases from the beginning.
Color is a subjective idea but a very important part in giving value to a gemstone. The closer a color is to its purer spectral value the more valuable it is. Traditionally, these specter colors include red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and violet. Colors that are paler or darker are considered a lower value.
The cut of the gemstone is an important aspect to consider when you value gemstone. The stone has to be cut correctly to reflect light properly. A gemstone with the poor cut will not reflect the light consistently. Tone, color saturation, and color hue will never be consistent.
Next up is the aspect of gemstone clarity. The aspect of clarity refers to the internal conclusions or flaws of the gemstone. Larger flaws can easily be seen with the naked eye while others need a 10X magnification.
You will often find that gemstones are often listed according to size because it is more uniform than carat weight. But different gemstones may have the same size but different carat weights and consequently, different prices as well. This is due to gemstone difference of specific gravity or relative density depending upon the chemical composition and crystalline structure. For example, a one carat round diamond with normal proportions is approximately 6.5 mm around. A comparable round brilliant ruby of the same size and proportions will weigh in at 1.55 carats.
Collecting various gemstones can create an enjoyable hobby and pastime. And there are so many different types in precious and semi precious stones that you can collect. You can start collecting gemstones like Diamond, Topaz or Axinite and then try others. The choice and beauty and variety is almost endless. And if money is tight you can go hunting for raw gemstones. Take the example of the US. In Utah You can find Topaz, Garnet, Petrified Wood, Jasper and Obsidian.
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Citrine is yellow quartz. It has a hardness of 7. Citrine can be easily
scratched. Citrine often permenantly changes color if left in the sunlight for
several hours. Most citrine on the market is heat treated amethyst. Citrine is
found in Brazil, Madagascar, Spain, USA (California, Colorado, Georgia, and
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Sapphire is the gem quality form of Corundum. It is second only to Diamond in
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the ages to improve various human conditions. The color and mineral composition
lend energy to improving situations from headaches to digestion on a physical
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Crystals and gemstones can help us mentally and spiritually as well. By using
your intention combined with the inherent qualities, color and vibration of the
gemstone, you can transform any situation with determination and focus.
Gemstones are a tool just like you would use a hammer to effectively put a nail
into a wall, gemstones help integrate and align you with the intention that you
have decided to put into your consciousness and make manifest in the world.
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