Jewelry Glossary

Fracture

A crack or feather inclusion on the surface of a gemstone, it can show up as a whitish area because light does not pass through it.

More terms starting with F

Face-up appearance Facet Faceted Fancy cut Fancy-colored diamond Feather Figaro chain Filigree Findings Finish Fire Florentine Finish

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