Interesting post on IG about Garnet topped Doublets (basically paste stones fused w garnet to simulate other stones)

[Mreader]

I had never heard of this technique before and it's really interesting! Both from an antique jewelry perspective, and again just a reminder to triple check what you buy as many sellers might not even know :

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[YadaYadaYada]

Wow, that’s interesting, I also have never heard of this. Thanks for sharing!

 

[oldcutclubmember]

The Moonstoned had a piece for sale recently that used a similar technique but with an emerald. It was natural emerald on the bottom topped with glass/paste!

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[Mreader]

The Moonstoned had a piece for sale recently that used a similar technique but with an emerald. It was natural emerald on the bottom topped with glass/paste!

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That’s right! I had seen that and yet completely forgot about it!