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| Shipping |
- FedEx or DHL for $20.00 only / Delivery 3-4 days / fully insured
- Registered Mail for $6.99 / Delivery 7-14 days / insured for $200.00
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| Payment Options |
- Credit Card
- PayPal
- Western Union
- Bank transfer
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| Guarantee / Certification |
- All gemstones are natural!
- All photos and videos are of the actual gem for sale (No Stock Photos)
- We offer certification from AIGS for $20.00 only (3-5 additional days)
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| Size and Weight Back To Top |
- Gems are always measured in Millimeter (mm)
Compare mm Size with US coins
- Dimensions are given as length x width x depth, except for round stones which are diameter x depth
- Select gems by size, not by weight! Gem varieties vary in density, so carat weight is not a good indication of size
- Note: 1ct = 0.2g
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| Additional Quantities |
- Every item is unique, so you can only order 1 of each item
- However, we often have similar or matching items. If so, we display them on the same gem detail page
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| Clarity Explained Back To Top |
- IF = Loupe Clean - Internally flawless; free of inclusions
- VVS = Almost Loupe Clean - Very, very slight inclusions; inclusions barely seen under 10x magnification
- VS = Eye Clean - Very slight inclusions; inclusions can be seen under 10x magnification
- SI = Slightly included - Small inclusions can be seen with the naked eye
- I1 = Included - Inclusions can be seen with the naked eye
- Transparent = A gemstone having the property of transmitting light without serious diffusion / may have rutile or other inclusions
- Translucent = Allowing light to pass through, but not transparent
- Opaque = Does not allow light to pass through
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| Return Policy |
- All gems have a 30-day inspection period, which begins on the date
of delivery. Gems may be returned for a full refund during this
period.
- Please email us for return authorization code when returning a gem.
- For more details click here
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About Snowflake Obsidian
Obsidian is a naturally occurring volcanic glass. It is formed when felsic lava extruded from a volcano cools without crystal growth. Obsidian has been known since prehistoric times, and has some fascinating properties as well as some important practical uses. In addition to its use as a gemstone, obsidian has been used in cardiac surgery, as well-crafted obsidian blades have a cutting edge many times sharper than high-quality steel surgical scalpels.
In some stones, the inclusion of small, white, radially clustered crystals of cristobalite in the black glass produce a blotchy or snowflake pattern, and this is known in the gem trade as snowflake obsidian.
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Customer Reviews
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I appreciate the how GemSelect does business, and will continue to recommend it to other jewelry makers. The photographs of the stones are excellent, making selection easy. The matched spinels from my last order were extremely good and the violet sapphire from my most recent is very nice. All were shipped astoundingly quickly. The customer service is also very prompt and professional.
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Can't comment till goods received
Online Shopper, February, 2013
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GemSelect has a wonderful selection of quality gemstones. They have a very easy to follow index of types of gems and an interesting and informative profile on each. This is my number one "go to" site for high quality gems. There is a fantastic selection, and information on each type of stone. I would not hesitate to recommend this site.
Aurora, December, 2012
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very good quality.easy to select
Online Shopper, January, 2013
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When comparing gems, it would be helpful if I could select the ones I wanted to compare rather than having similar gems automatically selected for comparison. Properly packed, quick service, large selection. Gem was as advertised, but slightly darker than I realized/expected from the very well lighted pictures of same. I am satisfied and will order from GemSelect again
Online Shopper, December, 2012
Source: Bizrate
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The products are well packed and of good quality.
Online Shopper, November, 2012
Source: Bizrate
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