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Collecting Gemstones
By Lee MacRae
Why collect loose gemstones you ask? Well for one thing they are very beautiful items. And just like natural diamonds their value increases over time. Many hobbyists love to collect and work with each and every one of the 150 varieties available. This article will discuss the hobby of loose gemstone collecting.
First off you need to learn all you can on the wide variety of stones available. This will help you to know what you're buying so you buy the right items. This will help you make informed decisions.
The chief thing you need to look at should be gemstone color. You want the stone to be as close as possible to the pure spectrum colors. We are talking about violet, orange, yellow, green, blue, and red. The prices for very pale or very dark gemstones are lower in value.
The cut of a gemstonestone is the second most important factor to look at before buying. The preciseness of the cut is the factor that determines the amount of light the gemstone stone will reflect. The cut will determine the brilliance of the stone and how much someone will pay for it.
Another factor to look at is the stone's clarity. This refers to the purity of the gemstone or the absence of internal inclusions, particles or spots inside the crystal. Needless to say, stones with no flaws would make the gemstone highly valuable.
Next to consider are weight and size. Other than the corals and pearls gemstones are priced by the carat. One carat equals a 0.2 grams. You should know however that weight and size are not the same in gemstones. The density and specific gravity can differ in stones. Take a diamond that weighs 1.00 carats and you will see that a similar sized ruby or sapphire is 1.20 carats.
Taking up the collecting of loose gemstones can create an enjoyable hobby and pastime. And there is a wide range and variety in gemstones you can collect. You could try collecting Malachite, Quartz and its varieties or Variscite for instance. The choice and beauty and variety is almost endless. And if you like to save money but love vacations you can go gemstone hunting and find the raw materials instead of buying them. Take the example of the United States. In New Mexico you'll find Turquoise, Garnet, Peridot, Rock Crystal and Obsidian
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Cleaning gemstones is easy. Simply soak the piece in a bowl of warm, soapy water for several minutes. Then use a soft, non-metallic brush to remove any grime. If you use a jewelry cleanser, make sure it is non-abrasive. Don't use harsh chemical cleaners, and be careful when cleaning the item in the sink because it can end up down the drainpipe. Also, keep in mind that some gemstones may have been treated or enhanced by heating, oiling, irradiation or diffusion. Heated and irradiated stones generally don't require special care when cleaning, but diffused stones could become lighter if scrubbed too hard.
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