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spectroscope

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Instrument used to view the absorption spectra of gemstones.

ensemble

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In clothing, an ensemble is an outfit or pairing of clothes that match to create a look.

axis of symmetry

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Imaginary line through a crystal. If the crystal were rotated about its axis it would present an identical aspect tow or more times in a rotation of 360 degrees.

betrothal ring

Jewelry; General jewelry

In ancient Rome, called an annulus pronubus, these were metal rings without gemstone adornments given from a man to a woman to illustrate his intention to marry her.

burnished

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Having a smooth, glossy finish as though rubbed or polished.

garnet

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Group of differently coloured minerals with similar chemical composition. Usually a red orangish tone when found in jewelry.

corundum

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Group of minerals that includes Rubies and Sapphires.

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