Curated OER
Mineral Mania
In this mineral worksheet, students use an on line source to answer questions about minerals, about resources and their uses, about fireworks and about birthstones.
Curated OER
Strong Chemistry
Students research and create a poster about a gemstone. In this mineral properties lesson, students view a video about diamonds. They discuss the properties of minerals and choose a gemstone to research and create a poster.
Curated OER
Geology- Gemstones, Fossils and Rocks Quiz
In this earth science quiz worksheet, students answer 10 fill-in-the-blank questions about gemstones, fossils, and rocks. They see pictures of rocks, minerals, and a dinosaur fossil on the page. They check their answers with the word...
Other
The image.com: Gem Gallery
Learn all about gemstones at this site. Here you can view gem images and read the very detailed descriptions and general information facts pertaining to select gems.
J. Paul Getty Trust
J. Paul Getty Museum: Carvers and Collections: Lasting Allure of Ancient Gems
Online exhibition site includes video demonstration of gem-carving techniques, side-by-side comparison of intaglios and cameos, and examples of gemstones carved by ancient Greeks, some of which have been set into jewelry.
Amethyst Galleries
Amethyst Galleries: Mineral Gallery: The Garnet Group of Minerals
This site gives information of the physical and chemical characteristics of all the different kinds of minerals in the garnet group.
Other
Alexandrite Tsarstone Collectors Guide
Online guide for people interested in the history and valuation of alexandrite gemstones and jewelry.
US Geological Survey
Usgs: Production of Specific u.s. Gemstones
Photos of the principal gemstones produced in the United States, including an introduction to historical and other background information for each one.
US Geological Survey
U.s. Geological Survey: Gemstones
Publication explores specific gemstones and the U.S. states where they are produced.
Georgia State University
Georgia State University: Hyper Physics: Amethyst
This colorful site contains pictures of amethyst crystals that are displayed in the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Diamond
This encyclopedia article provides a detailed overview of the diamond. Content includes a focus on this gemstone's physical properties, the industry that surrounds it, and its history and symbolism.
Society for Science and the Public
Science News for Students: These Gems Make Their Own Way
Discusses past efforts to make artificial gemstones, the different methods used to make them today, and possible applications for this technology. (Date of article: May 25, 2010)
Jewelry Central
Jewelry Central: Amethyst
Information on this commercial site gives the physical properties and origin of the amethyst, as well as some of the mythical and metaphysical properties ascribed to the gemstone.
Jewelry Central
Jewelry Central: Emerald
A commercial site giving information on the physical properties and history of emeralds. Includes details on the cuts and valuation of these gems.
Jewelry Central
Jewelry Central: Pearls
This commercial site gives general information on pearls, including their physical properties and where they are found.
Jewelry Central
Jewelry Central: Ruby
This commercial site gives information on rubies, including their physical properties and where they are found. Includes some details on how to choose a ruby for purchase.
Jewelry Central
Jewelry Central: Peridot
This site contains information on peridot including its physical and metaphysical properties.
Jewelry Central
Jewelry Central: Sapphire
This commercial site contains information about the sapphire's physical properties and where it can be found. Also discusses the history and romance related to the stone and includes a description of its quality.
Jewelry Central
Jewelry Central: Opal
This page contains information about the opal, including the gemstone's historical importance and physical properties.
Jewelry Central
Jewelry Central: Jade
This site contains information on the gemstone jade, including physical characteristics, historical significance, and where it is found.
Jewelry Central
Jewelry Central: Moonstone
An article on a commercial site describing the physical characteristics of this gemstone, along with its historical and metaphysical properties.
Jewelry Central
Jewelry Central: Gemstones
This commercial site contains general information on various synthetic and natural gemstones and provides links to specific gems.
Jewelry Central
Jewelry Central: Diamond
Discusses in detail the grading of diamonds, as well as briefly discussing their structure, physical properties, and historical background. Accompanied by clear illustrations.
Other
Icga: Jade
This thorough site covers the history of jade along with how jade is sold and used today.