17. Interview: Rosie Young. Lab Gemmology and all things Sunstone скачать в хорошем качестве

17. Interview: Rosie Young. Lab Gemmology and all things Sunstone

In this episode of Facet Nation, hosts Simon and Lucinda chat with Rosie Young, a lab gemologist at GCS Lab. Rosie shares her journey from a tax advisor to a passionate gemmologist, discussing her education, experiences, and the day-to-day operations in a gem lab. The conversation delves into the fascinating world of sunstones, including their unique properties, treatments, and the science behind their colours. Rosie also highlights her research on sunstones and the importance of spreading awareness about this beautiful gemstone. The episode concludes with insights into the gem market and the joy of discovering new gemstones. Takeaways Rosie transitioned from tax advising to gemmology, pursuing her passion. She graduated with a BSc in Gemmology and started working at GCS Lab. Lab gemmology involves analysing gemstones using advanced equipment. Sunstones are a unique and under-appreciated gemstone. Copper-bearing sunstones come primarily from Oregon. Diffusion treatment can alter the appearance of gemstones. Color zoning in sunstones is a fascinating phenomenon. Rosie enjoys sharing her knowledge about gemstones with others. The gem market is constantly evolving with new trends. Sunstones have a variety of localities and unique characteristics. Titles Exploring the World of Gemmology with Rosie Young The Journey from Tax Advisor to Gemmologist Sound Bites "I always loved gems as a kid." "It's worked out really well for me." "I would just be happy for it." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Gemmology and Guest Introduction 04:39 Rosie's Journey into Gemmology 07:06 Educational Experiences in Gemmology 09:43 Internship at GIA and Research Focus 12:19 Working at GCS Lab: Daily Operations 15:11 Lab Equipment and Techniques 17:33 Trends in Gemstone Submissions 20:18 Favourite Gemstones and Unique Finds 22:46 Research on Sunstones and Their Varieties 26:14 The Quest for Sunstone Knowledge 27:18 Origins of Sunstones 28:25 Locality Preferences and Unique Characteristics 28:59 Copper-Bearing Sunstones: A Comparative Analysis 30:48 Colour Zoning in Oregon Sunstone 33:29 Copper Diffusion Experiments 36:29 The Science Behind Diffusion Treatments 38:15 Identifying Diffusion-Treated Stones 42:23 Personal Connections to Sunstone 44:59 Exploring the World of Sunstones 47:34 Inspiration from Gemstones 48:25 Holiday Greetings and Future Plans Keywords gemmology, sunstone, lab gemmology, gemstone treatments, GCS Lab, Rosie Young, gem education, gemstone analysis, gem certification, gem market trends