Conny Forsberg
Inteviewed in 2019 september issue of Gemmology Today Magazine
Gemmology Today issued by the World Gem Foundation where you can read the latest news from the gem world, for free.
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Treatments and tricks... The rough gem in the test tube was sold as a very nice Tanzanian ruby. When client asked to have it checked, a peek under the microscope showed a suspicious sign. A quick soak in acetone revealed a pale purplish corundum and a nicely colored acetone.
Even when buying rough, never forget to check thoroughly if buying from unknown dealers.
Swedish Gem AB have an extensive FTIR database over Ethiopian Emeralds
Top quality Ethiopian Emeralds cut in house at Swedish Gem AB can now be found in collections around the world..
