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CH😳Real or Fake Gemstone?🧐 Free lesson👇
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This is a synthetic ruby that was created using the Flux Growth Process.
Because it can be manufactured in practically unlimited quantities, I consider this to be a “fake” gemstone, though gemologists typically don’t use the term “fake” as it’s not specific enough to identify it.
For reference, this synthetic flux grown ruby is 10.02 cts. and was acquired for $4.02 on the streets of Bangkok. If this were a natural, unheated Burmese ruby, the price would be in the millions.
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👉So, did you get it right? Let me know in the comments!👇
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💎Flux Growth Process💎
A mixture of aluminum oxide (AL2O3) is combined with a small amount of chromium and is placed in a crucible (a container typically made out of platinum & iridium).
🧪 A flux (lead oxide or another chemical) is also added to the crucible, which acts like a solvent.
🔥 The crucible is heated to high temperatures (usually above 2000°F) in a furnace. Allowing the aluminum oxide and chromium to dissolve into the flux.
⏳ This solution is then cooled very slowly (often over weeks or months). As it is cooling, ruby crystals begin to form and grow.
🔨 After the crucible is allowed to fully cool, the crucible is broken open and the ruby crystals are carefully removed from the hardened flux.
💍 Lastly, they are cleaned, cut into gemstones and used in jewelry!
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