An Endless Hallway With Reflective Mirrors: The Asscher Cut

An Endless Hallway With Reflective Mirrors: The Asscher Cut   As Leonardo da Vinci once noted, simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. The truth of this statement shimmers in every angle of the Asscher Cut. The meticulous proportions in this simple Step Cut are the key to its incredible reflective mirrors effect, making it a classical, […]

Lustrous, fiery zircons

Zircon (Zirconium Silicate ZrSiO4). Mohs hardness:  6.5 – 7.5 Refractive Index:  1.777 – 1.987 Lustrous, fiery, and considered to be among the oldest minerals on earth, the Zircon is one of the most fascinating gemstones in existence. Known for its durability, as well as its resistance to chemical attack, scientists have called the Zircon, a “tiny […]