@chrisjamesgems
Graduate Gemologist (GIA)
Shop Featured Emerald Cut 1.54 ct. Tanzanite
Shop Featured Emerald Cut 1.54 ct. Tanzanite
Shop Featured Emerald Cut 1.54 ct. Tanzanite
This natural emerald cut tanzanite is a stunner…radiating vibrant blue to blue-violet hues. Perfect for crafting a one-of-a-kind ring or pendant. Weighs 1.54 ct. and measures 7.4 mm x 5.4 mm. Heated to enhance color as is standard practice for Tanzanite.
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Shop Featured Gems & Jewelry
Chris James Gems
Explore GIA’s Applied Jewelry Professional (AJP) Development Program
Explore GIA’s Applied Jewelry Professional (AJP) Development Program
Develop your gem & jewelry career with GIA’s Applied Jewelry Professional™ program. Learn the essentials of jewelry design and care, diamonds and colored stones.
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Real or Fake 101 - Full Course
Real or Fake 101 - Full Course
Learn the Secrets of Identifying Fake Gems with Minimal Equipment: Real or Fake 101 teaches you how to use inexpensive gemology tools to identify common jewelry and gemstone fakes and imitations.
Course Equipment 🧰
Belomo 10x Loupe (~$38)
Belomo 10x Loupe (~$38)
The BelOMO 10x loupe magnifier is often compared to one of the Bausch&Lomb magnifiers - Hastings Triplet Loupe in terms of quality and reputation for accuracy, however it is necessary to mention that the BelOMO magnifier has a larger viewing area – 0,67''
Calcite Dichroscope (~$30)
Calcite Dichroscope (~$30)
Shop TEKCOPLUS at the Amazon Arts, Crafts & Sewing store. Free Shipping on eligible items. Save on everyday low prices.
Electronic Diamond Tester (~$15)
Electronic Diamond Tester (~$15)
Buy Diamond Tester,High Accuracy Jewelry Diamond Tester Professional Diamond Tester Pen Jeweler Tool for Novice and Expert - Diamond Selector II 9V Battery Included(Black Diamond Testers): Diamond Testers - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases
Long Wave UV Flashlight (~$10)
Long Wave UV Flashlight (~$10)
ALONEFIRE SV64 Mini 3W UV Flashlight 365nm Portable Ultraviolet Black Light Very Small EDC for Minerals, Pet Urine Detector, Scorpions, Stains, Money Detection with 2PCS AAA Battery Easy to Replace - Amazon.com
Neodymium Magnet (~$8 for 2)
Neodymium Magnet (~$8 for 2)
Amazon.com: TRYMAG Keychain Magnets for Testing Brass, 2 Pack Neodymium Pocket Keychain with Strong Magnetic Rare Earth, Gold Silver Jewelry Test Magnet Hanging Keys Holder : Industrial & Scientific
Gold Acid Test Kit (~$28)
Gold Acid Test Kit (~$28)
Amazon.com: Gold Silver Jewelry Tester Appraisal Kit 10K 14K 18K 22K 24K Test Precious Metals 999 925 Scrap : Arts, Crafts & Sewing
Maglite Solitaire (~$12)
Maglite Solitaire (~$12)
Maglite Solitaire Incandescent 1-Cell AAA Flashlight Black - Basic Handheld Flashlights - Amazon.com
Equipment & Software I Use...
GIA Gemolite® NXT
GIA Gemolite® NXT
Discover GIA’s newest, most advanced gemological microscope, featuring LED lighting, high-clarity optics, and ergonomic features, including a swivel base with stationary power cord for ease of use. One of the only professional-grade microscopes with all LED lighting, the GIA® Gemolite® NXT stays cool to the touch. The
Instappraise 90-Day Free Trial
Instappraise 90-Day Free Trial
Sign up for your 14-day FREE trial! Start creating detailed, professional Jewellery Appraisal in just minutes!
GemLightbox - Use Code: CHRISJAMES for $400 in AI Credits
GemLightbox - Use Code: CHRISJAMES for $400 in AI Credits
Transform browsers into buyers with Picup Media's #1 solution for jewelers, the GemLightbox! Trusted by over 20,000 jewelers worldwide, GemLightbox is a one-click, plug-and-play solution that helps elevate your video and jewelry photography to maximize your sales.
Duplex II Refractometer with Polarizing Filter, RI Liquid & Dust Cover
Duplex II Refractometer with Polarizing Filter, RI Liquid & Dust Cover
The only refractometer designed to "spot" read cabochons or small facets with diameters less than 1mm. Top of the line desk model with removable eyepiece magnifier that enlarges RI scale image. Hinged lid protects glass working area from dust & abrasion. Refer to affixed chart of most-used RI's. Polarizing Filter,
Gemstones of the World: Newly Revised Fifth Edition: Schumann, Walter: 9781454909538: Amazon.com: Books
Gemstones of the World: Newly Revised Fifth Edition: Schumann, Walter: 9781454909538: Amazon.com: Books
Buy Gemstones of the World: Newly Revised Fifth Edition on Amazon.com ✓ FREE SHIPPING on qualified orders
Gem-Master R.I. Liquid
GIA iD100®
GIA iD100®
The GIA iD100® combines advanced spectroscopic technology with GIA's 60 years of diamond and gemstone identification research to distinguish natural diamonds from laboratory-grown (HPHT and CVD) diamonds and diamond simulants. As of September 2019, the device's standard capabilities now include brown and blue-to-green
Gemetrix Jewellery Inspector
Gemetrix Jewellery Inspector
The Gemetrix Jewellery Inspector is a device to distinguish between natural and synthetic diamonds
Short Wave UV Flashlight
Short Wave UV Flashlight
Kee Gold Tester
Kee Gold Tester
Moment iPhone Android Macro 10x Lens
Moment iPhone Android Macro 10x Lens
Sony A7C Mirrorless Camera
Sony A7C Mirrorless Camera
Sony 90mm f2.8 Macro Lens
Sony 90mm f2.8 Macro Lens
Foaming Jewelry Cleaner
Foaming Jewelry Cleaner
Book - Gem Identification Made Easy
Book - Gem Identification Made Easy
Personal Ultrasonic Cleaner
Personal Ultrasonic Cleaner
Ultrasonic Cleaner Fluid
Ultrasonic Cleaner Fluid
Mobile Polariscope
Mobile Polariscope
Pocket Jewelry Cleaner
Pocket Jewelry Cleaner
Gemstone Dial Gauge
Gemstone Dial Gauge
LED Flashlight
LED Flashlight
Maglite Mini
Maglite Mini
Push-button for Maglite
Push-button for Maglite
LW UV Flashlight
LW UV Flashlight
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