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Geology is the study of earth's physical structures, which includes rocks and stones. The narrower study of gemstones, then, would be gemology.

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What is the study of diamonds and other precious stones?

The study of diamonds and other precious stones is known as gemology. Gemologists are experts who evaluate, grade, and identify gemstones based on their characteristics such as color, clarity, cut, and carat weight. They also study the geological processes that form these precious stones.


Is it ok to wear diamonds and other precious stones together?

I can't think why not. Whether mixing diamonds with other stones in the same piece or wearing a diamond ring and a ring set with other stones. Just be careful the stones don't rub against each other. Many antique pieces used two or three different stones with diamonds.


Does jewelry have real diamonds?

Jewelery can contain real diamonds, and jewelery can contain other gems, including stones meant to look like diamonds.


What do you call someone who studies and specializes in diamonds?

a diamondologist which is a subset of gemologists (study all precious and semi-precious stones)


Is marquise diamonds real?

Real diamonds -- and any other stone -- can be cut into a marquis shape and remain genuine stones or gemstones.


I've noticed that royalty and other rich people sometimes have engagement rings that combine diamonds and other precious stones; for example, a sapphire with a diamond on either side. What is the history of that practice?

Diamonds are traditional but other stones may have specific meaning for the couple or the family.


What quality are zircon diamonds considered to be?

Zircon gem-stones are not diamonds. Zircon, the oldest known mineral on earth -- is composed of ZrSiO4. Diamonds are formed from carbon. High-quality zircons can be confused with other gemstones, and these are usually the stones used in high-quality jewelery.


What is the synonym for gem?

diamonds or stones


What is the difference between sweethearts and diamonds?

Sweethearts are usually people; diamonds are stones.


What has the author Louis Dieulafait written?

Louis Dieulafait has written: 'Diamonds and precious stones' -- subject(s): Gems, Precious stones, Diamonds


How does diamond get extracted?

Diamonds are mined and separated from the soil and other stones that are found in the mines. Intact diamond stones are then collected, sorted and sold to diamond cutters.


Are emeralds the toughest stones of them all?

No, Diamonds are.