Assignment 10-GIA Colored Stones; Questions and
Answers
transparency, brilliance, durability Correct-Clarity characteristics that affect these three
things have the most influence on value.
less noticeable Correct-Cutters often leave cavities in _______ __________ areas to avoid
weight loss from expensive rough.
nature, size, number, position, relief Correct-Five factors that determine the influence of
clarity characteristics on marketability (NSNPR).
clarity standards Correct-Some types of colored stones are typically more included than
others, so they're assessed according to different ___________ ___________.
eye-clean Correct-What is the highest colored stone clarity grade?
unaided eye Correct-An important skill for the successful stone buyer is the ability to
quickly judge a gem's quality with the _______________ _______.
, Assignment 10-GIA Colored Stones; Questions and
Answers
loupe Correct-You should take the time to examine expensives stones carefully with a
_____________.
abrasions Correct-Tiny nicks and pits caused by wear and damage to a gem's facet edges or
culet.
blemish Correct-Characteristic or irregularity confined to the surface of a polished
gemstone.
cavity Correct-An opening that extends into a gem from the surface.
chip Correct-A damaged area on a gem, usually near the girdle.
cloud Correct-Any hazy or milky area that cannot be described as a feather, fingerprint, or
group of included crystals or needles.
eye-clean Correct-description for a gem with no inclusions visible to the unaided eye.
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