Gemstone treatment

Laser Drilling

Very thin straight or worm-like drill channels run from the surface to a dark inclusion. The included crystal may be bleached or partially dissolved.

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What to look for

Very thin straight or worm-like drill channels run from the surface to a dark inclusion. The included crystal may be bleached or partially dissolved.

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What it means

Laser drilling removes or lightens dark inclusions to improve clarity appearance. It is stable but must be disclosed.

03

Expert move

Look from several angles. A straight tiny tube reaching a formerly dark inclusion is easier to see from the pavilion side.