Whether it’s understanding gemological or jewelry terms in an article you’re reading or simply gaining a greater understanding of the world of jewelry and gemstones, our Jewelry & Gem Dictionary is a handy reference guide. And, unlike most dictionaries, ours makes for interesting reading all on its own!
QUADRILLION CUT
A Quadrillion cut is a square-cut stone. This fancy cut is relatively new and is also known as a Princess or Squarillion cut.
QUARTZ
Quartz is a crystalline mineral that come in many forms, including amethyst, aventurine, citrin, opal, rock crystal, tiger’s eye, rose quartz,and many others. Rutilated quartz and tourmalinated quartz have needle-like inclusions of other minerals. Quartz has a hardness of 7.0. This common mineral is found worldwide.
QUARTZ DRUZE
Quartz druze is a layer of quartz crystals that form within a mineral crust, like the inner cavity of a geode. For example, the inner cavity of agate geodes are often lined with a druze of sparkling quartz crystals.
QUINZITE OPAL
Quinzite opal is a red to pink type of opal. This opal is also called Quincite, Quincite Opal, and Rose Opal.
