“Electromagnetic Wave” Inclusion in Mong Hsu Ruby
Fiber-optic illumination reveals an electromagnetic wave-like pattern of particles in a ruby from Myanmar.
Unusual “Horsetail” and Columnar Inclusions in Demantoid
Examination of a yellowish green demantoid reveals fibers of serpentine in a randomly curved pattern and a columnar two-phase negative crystal.
Omphacite in Pink Diamond
A bluish green omphacite crystal is discovered in a Fancy brown-pink diamond.
Arsenopyrite in Smoky Quartz
Examination of smoky quartz from Inner Mongolia reveals rare arsenopyrite inclusions.
Copper “Confetti” Inclusions in Chalcedony
A variety of chalcedony from Indonesia displays a multitude of blue, green, and metallic inclusions.
Volcano-Shaped Internal Feature in Trapiche-Like Sapphire
Thin-film inclusions and triangle-shaped fissures are discovered in the fibrous arms of trapiche-like sapphire samples.
Quarterly Crystal: Etching on Laurentthomasite
A laurentthomasite rough sample from Madagascar displays an abundance of hexagonal etch features.
Aegirine in Poudretteite
Aegirine inclusions are observed in two samples of poudretteite from Mogok.
A “Galaxy” within a Diamond
Tiny crystal and particle cloud inclusions resemble a galaxy in a 2.01 ct diamond.
Garnet with Apatite Inclusions
Vibrant blue apatite inclusions are observed in a garnet sample from an undisclosed source in Africa.
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