Colored Gemstone Academy

This lesson is about Pyrope Garnet. How does it compare to a ruby? What makes it so red? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This lesson is about Almandine Garnet. Where is it from? How did it get the name Almandine? How is it different than other species of garnets? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This Video is all about garnets. Garnet 101 teaches you the basic knowledge of different species of garnet and what makes them special. You will also learn the birthstone, the anniversary stone, zodiac stone and more! Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about Covellite. What is covellite? Where is it mined? Why is the origin of the name? Is it expensive? Can it be worn in jewelry? What is a superconductor? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This Video is about marcasite. What is marcasite? What is the difference between marcasite and white iron pyrite? Why do they call marcasite the European Black Diamond? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about Chrysoprase. Where does it come from. Why is it called "Australian Imperial Jade"? How is it different from from imperial jade? Is chrysoprase expensive? What are tailings in a mine? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about Ametrine. When was it discovered? Where is it mined? Is it treated in any way? Is it really expensive? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about Lapis Lazuli. Where is it mined? Is it treated? How can you tell if your lapis is dyed? Where did the name come from? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This episode is about Spinel. What is spinel? Is it in the same family of gems as a ruby? How is it different than a ruby? Where is spinel mined? Is spinel rare and expensive? What are some famous spinels? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about Emeralds. What is the difference between Columbian and Zambian emeralds? Are synthetic emeralds just as good as natural emeralds? Are emeralds treated? How are emeralds treated? What are some famous emeralds Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about Turquoise: Real, Simulated, Fakes, & Wannabes.What is Howlite? Is variscite the same as turquoise? What is Faustite? Is it a real gem? How is chrysocolla different than turquoise? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about Sunstone. Where is it mined? How can I participate in mining? What is aventurescence? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about Sapphires. Where do they come from? Are they the most popular colored gemstone? Why are they in so many crown jewels? Are they expensive? What are some famous sapphires throughout history? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about Moissanite. What is moissanite? Where does it come from? How did it get its name? Is it a genuine gemstone? How does it compare to a diamond? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about November Birthstone. Is it Imperial Topaz or Citrine? Why are there two birthstones for November? Why is it called Imperial Topaz? What is precious topaz? Where does Imperial Topaz come from? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebow

This video is about Diamonds. What are they made of? How old are they? What is the difference between Diamonds and Moissanite? Are diamonds the hardest gemstone on earth? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about Organic Gemstones. These are gemstones that are from once living plants or animals. Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about Quartz Part 2. What is a microcrystalline crystal? What is the difference between Chalcedony. Agate, and Jasper? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about Zultanite. Where is it mined? What is a color change stone? Is it Expensive? Why is it called Zultanite? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about Aquamarine. Where does it come from? What is the best color? Is it a durable gemstone? What are the folklore and legends about aquamarine? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about Chrome Diopside. Where does it come from? What is the best color? Is it a durable gemstone? Where is it mined? Is it expensive? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about Peridot. Where is it mined? Why is it one of my favorite gemstones? When was it first discovered? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about Quartz Part 1. What are all of the varieties of quartz gemstones? Certainly way more than we could do in only 1 lesson! What is the most plentiful gemstone on planet Earth? Are there any gemstones that have been discovered on all 7 continents? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about The Gem Miners with Paul Deasy and Michael Valitutti. They talk about their experiences at mines and their new venture on Gemsenvogue.com. Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz

This video is about #8 Turquoise. Where was it mined? Why did the mine close down? Can I still get #8 Turquoise? Why do they call it #8? What makes it so valuable? Music courtesy of youtube music: Tiptoe out the back by Dan Lebowitz