Identification of Corundum: Corundum Identification, Ruby, Sapphire, Synthetic Corundum, Identification, Inclusions, Instrument Readings, Orientat

By Trudy Toohill

This book takes a look at the mineral corundum which includes the blue corundum variety, sapphire, and the red corundum variety, known as ruby.

It covers the following Two Commercial Methods of Ruby Synthesis Verneuil Flame Fusion Growth Czochralski Crystal Pulling method

How to Distinguish Between a Synthetic and Natural Ruby

What Are Two Typical Inclusions Found in Natural Burma Rubies

Why Does a Natural Blue Sapphire Show Interference Colours When Viewed Through the Table on a Polariscope and What Information About the Stone Can be Obtained Through the Colour Pattern That is Seen?

Readings for a natural Sapphire on a Refractometer

How to Determine Between a Natural Dark Blue Australian Sapphire and a Natural Dark Blue Spinel and a Dark Blue Paste stone

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1543005179
• ISBN13: 9781543005172
• Release Date: February 2017
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"