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Some reasons people collect gems?
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- to adorn themselves- to decorate their surroundings- to demonstrate their wealth- to show devotion to a religion or to benefit from supposed magical or health giving properties
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Define 'gemology'.
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Gemology is defined as the study of gem materials from their origins to their use in jewelry and ornamentation.
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Where is gemology used?
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- gemstone mining- lapidary work- buying, selling and collecting gems- designing gem set jewelry- valuing, appraising and curating gems and jewelry- defining trading standards- laboratory reports and testing of gems- customs, excise and legal
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Define 'gem' and list defining attributes
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A gem is defined as any material which is used for adornment or decoration, especially when cut or polished. A gem must display:- beauty- durability- rarity- desirability
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Define 'gem rough'.
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Gem rough is defined as any gem material which is in it's unfashioned state.
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