

Examining diamonds or gems to ascertain the shape, cut, and width of cut stones, or to select the cuts that will result in the biggest, best quality stones.Advising customers and others on the best use of gems to create attractive jewelry items.Identifying and documenting stones' clarity characteristics, using plot diagrams.Assigning polish, symmetry, and clarity grades to stones, according to established grading systems.Estimating wholesale and retail value of gems, following pricing guides, market fluctuations, and other relevant economic factors.Examining gems during processing to ensure accuracy of angles and positions of cuts or bores, using magnifying glasses, loupes, or shadowgraphs.

Examining gem surfaces and internal structures, using polariscopes, refractometers, microscopes, and other optical instruments, to differentiate between stones, to identify rare specimens, or to detect flaws, defects, or peculiarities affecting gem values.What is the workplace of a Gem Worker like?.
