Learn about gemstones

Start here

• What a photo can and can't tell you
• How a scan works
• Browse the gem library
• Choose an identification tool

Natural, laboratory-grown and imitation

Natural stones formed in the earth. Laboratory-grown stones are the same material grown by people. Imitations are different materials made to look alike. A stone can also be natural and treated.

Articles in preparation

Guides on photographing gems, screening versus certification, reading a gem report, safe storage and colour look-alikes are being written and reviewed.