Gemology

When cleaning rhinestone jewelry, you basically need soap, a toothbrush and water. Discover how to clean rhinestone jewelry with tips from a professional bench jeweler and gemologist in this free...

Cleaning crystal jewelry, the one thing you have to watch out for the most is the type of material that it's strung on. Learn to clean crystal jewelry the right way with the guidance of a...

Cleaning a copper bracelet requires the use of Tarn-X and Connoisseurs Jewelry Wipes. Find out how to properly clean a copper bracelet with the advice of a professional bench jeweler and...

To clean turquoise and silver jewelry, use Tarn-X, a toothbrush and an end brush. Learn more about how to clean turquoise and silver jewelry from a professional bench jeweler and gemologist in...

Caring for copper jewelry is very easy with the help of a dry cloth. Polish your copper jewelry with the advice of a gemologist in this free video on cleaning jewelry.

The diamond tester for fine jewelry and gemstones is a great little hand-held tool that is about the size of a pair of sunglasses. It comes in a case that looks similar, too. You can carry this...

Gemologists are an invaluable commodity to jewelry storeowners, gem mining companies, appraisers and designers. In such a specialized field, it may be hard to find a gemologist to help with your...

You've probably heard the classic phrase, "A Diamond is Forever." That, unfortunately, isn't always true. Depending on the gem, they can break, crack, melt, tarnish or wear away. With a bit of...