Hi folks-
Been a long time since I was here much. However this topic caught my attention and I thought is worthy of the attention of the gemology folks here. And you all probably collectively can address their questions far more intelligently than I.
(I'm going to re-post this to a couple other sub-forums here; I simply want to get the right eyes on the pics- delete if appropriate!!)
https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/g ... as.930364/
Interesting SEM images of gems at physicsforum
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Interesting SEM images of gems at physicsforum
Looking at, learning about, "investing" in, aesthetically pleasing minerals, sometimes even when I should be working. I'm an intellectual property attorney- patents, copyright, trade secrets ... drop me a line if I can help you out.