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What is gemology?

Gemology is a science dealing with the natural & artificial materials.It is considered as a Geoscience and a branch of mineralogy. In other words,study of natural, Synthetic, composite, reconstructed as well as imitation gem materials.

What is a natural gemstone?

Stones which are formed naturally beneath the earth crust are called natural gemstone. Gemstones can be organic as well as inorganic.

What is a synthetic gemstone?

Any gemstone, completely or partially manufacture by human being is known as synthetic gemstone. The physical and chemical properties and/or their crystal structure essentially correspond to their natural occurring counterparts (natural gemstones).

What are the qualifying parameters for a natural gemstone?

There are basically three qualifying parameters for gemstones, these are - "Rarity","Originality","Durability".

What is Durability?

Durability simply means the resistability of a gemstone against dust, shock, Chemical & light.

What is a composite stone?

Any gemstone, artificially manufacture by Composing/assembling of two or more natural gemstones/ synthetic gemstones/other minerals/any other material, known as a composite stone.