Gemology and Tools Videos

How To Spot An Emerald - ID Gems Like A Pro!

Learn how to spot and identify emeralds from other green gemstones with our host's help! See how a Chelsea color filter and other techniques can spot emeralds.

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Gemology and Tools

How To Spot A Pearl | ID Gems Like A Pro

See beautiful pearls, and learn how to spot a genuine pearl from its imitations.

A gemologist ponders about the world of pearls.

How To Spot A Diamond - Tips & Tricks to Identify Gems

Learn the secrets pros use to pick out diamonds from other gems!

A gemologist examines a diamond specimen with a 10x loupe.

Unboxing the Toughness Scale

Learn just what a gemstone toughness scale would look like!

Two people flex in front of gemstones with different toughness.

Unboxing The Full Mohs Scale | 10 Gemstones of Hardness

Learn all about the Mohs hardness scale and see cool specimens.

A man peers through two clear objects at the Mohs scale.

How To ID Gemstones | Specific Gravity, Density & More!

Learn how to identify gemstones!

How To ID Gemstones | Specific Gravity, Density & More!

How To Become A Gemologist? Parts 1 and 2

Learn how to make a career in gemology and the steps required to get there!

How To Become A Gemologist

The Most Essential Gem Tools You Should Own

See these essential tools and why each one is vital to collect.

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How To Spot An Emerald - ID Gems Like A Pro!

Learn how to pick out emerald from other green gemstones.

A male gemologist observes a large, faceted emerald gemstone.

Just Gems: Introduction to Tools

See some gemological tools and learn how to use a jeweler’s loupe.

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