Inclusions of hematite in feldspar (sunstone), India
Fire opal, Mexico
Agate from Anzi, Maroc
Midge included in amber from the Baltic coast, polarised light
Epigenetic inclusion (probanly melanterite) in quartz, Brazil, crossed polarisers
Two-phase inclusion in amethyst, Brazil
Stress fissure («sun spangle») in baltic amber
Inclusions of rutile (dark crystal and fine needles) and clusters of zircon grains in umbalite garnet, Tanzania

Objectives

The Swiss Gemmological Society has the following objectives:

  • To promote the gemmological knowledge of its members
  • To extend this knowledge through annual training and to pass on the benefits thereof to the gemstone and pearl trades in the industry
  • Protect the interest of the purchasing public
  • Maintain ethical business practices, combat unfair competition and comply with the international guidelines of the diamond, gemstone and pearl trades