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Facet Nation: A Gemmology Podcast

Facet Nation: A Gemmology Podcast

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Facet Nation is a new kind of gemmology podcast. Rigorous enough for serious students, but fascinating and funny enough for anyone craving an inside look at gemstones, jewellery and the shadowy world surrounding them. Part revision aide, part storytime, Lucinda and Simon are your qualified guides to the world’s most ancient treasures.

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  • Spooktacular 2025: The World's Most Cursed Gemstones
    2025/10/27

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    In this episode of Facet Nation, Lucinda and Simon explore the spooky side of gemstones, discussing Halloween traditions, recent robberies in the gem industry, and the history of cursed stones. They delve into tales of the Black Orlov diamond, the Bahia Emerald, The Black Prince's Ruby, and the infamous Hope Diamond, revealing the dark stories and misfortunes associated with these gems.


    Takeaways


    Halloween is a significant cultural event in America.

    The UK is slowly adopting American traditions like Halloween.

    Recent robberies in the gem industry highlight security issues.

    The Louvre robbery was a simple yet bold heist.

    Cursed gemstones have fascinating histories and folklore.

    The Black Orlov diamond is linked to multiple tragic deaths.

    The Bahia emerald has a history of misfortune for its owners.

    The Black Prince's ruby is associated with the downfall of monarchs.

    The Hope diamond has a legacy of tragedy and misfortune.

    Curses often stem from the act of stealing sacred objects.


    Titles


    Cursed Gems: The Dark Side of Beauty

    Halloween and the Haunting of Gemstones


    Sound Bites


    "Simon was the ringleader."

    "It's a bit weird."

    "The no hope diamond."


    Chapters


    00:00 Halloween and Its Cultural Significance

    02:56 Recent Robberies in the Gem Trade

    05:42 The Louvre Robbery: A Closer Look

    08:24 Hatton Garden Heist: A Shocking Incident

    11:05 The Emotional Weight of Jewellery

    13:18 Cursed Gemstones: An Introduction

    15:45 The Black Orlov: A Cursed Diamond

    20:30 The Curse of the Black Orlov Diamond

    24:27 The Bahia Emerald: A Tale of Misfortune

    30:04 The Black Prince's Ruby: A Royal Curse

    38:31 The Legacy of Cursed Gems

    38:53 Historical Figures and Their Legacies

    41:03 The Curse of the Hope Diamond

    54:18 Cursed Gems and Their Stories


    Keywords


    Halloween, gemstones, robberies, cursed stones, folklore, jewellery, history, spooky stories, gemmology, folklore, jewelry, gemology, diamond

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    56 分
  • Gem Crystallography: Habits and Forms
    2025/10/13

    In this episode of Facet Nation, Simon and Lucinda delve into the fascinating world of gemmology, focusing on crystals and their structures. They discuss the importance of understanding crystal systems, symmetry, and the various forms and habits of crystals. The conversation also covers topics such as twinning, pseudomorphs, polymorphs, and isomorphism, providing listeners with a comprehensive overview of these essential concepts in gemmology. The episode concludes with a preview of the next episode, which will focus on the Beryl family of crystals.


    Takeaways

    Crystals have orderly arrangements of atoms that define their structure.

    Understanding crystal systems is crucial for gemmology.

    Symmetry plays a significant role in identifying crystal types.

    Crystals can be classified into closed and open forms based on their terminations.

    Twinning occurs when two crystals share a common orientation.

    Pseudomorphs are formed when one mineral replaces another.

    Polymorphs have the same chemical composition but different structures.

    Isomorphism refers to different minerals having the same crystal structure.

    Crystals can exhibit various surface markings that aid in identification.

    The next episode will focus on the Beryl family of crystals.


    Sound Bites


    "Crystals have orderly arrangements of atoms."

    "Understanding crystal systems is crucial for gemmology."

    "Get those sticks out, y'all!"


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction to Facet Nation

    02:53 Exciting Developments and Listener Engagement

    05:40 Understanding Crystals and Their Structures

    10:53 Crystal Systems and Their Characteristics

    18:48 Symmetry in Crystals

    26:32 Crystal Forms and Their Descriptions

    34:17 Understanding Crystal Structures

    37:41 Exploring Non-Geometrical Crystal Habits

    39:57 Surface Markings and Their Significance

    44:10 The Fascinating World of Crystal Twinning

    50:33 Pseudomorphs and Polymorphs Explained

    53:01 Isomorphism and Its Implications

    55:02 Crystallography: The Systems and Their Members

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  • Gem Chemistry: Materials, Structure and Chemical Elements
    2025/10/06

    In this episode of Facet Nation, Lucinda and Simon delve into the foundational aspects of gemmology, focusing on the materials and structures that make up gemstones. They explore chemical elements, atoms, and subatomic particles, emphasising the importance of the periodic table and valency in understanding chemical bonds. The discussion covers crystalline and amorphous structures, the significance of quartz, and the formation of minerals. They categorize gemstones into oxides, silicates, carbonates, phosphates, and organic materials, providing insights into their properties and roles in gemmology. Strap in people, this is a heavy one.


    Titles


    Exploring the Depths of Gemmology

    The Building Blocks of Gemstones



    Sound bites


    "Atoms are extremely small."

    "Carbon has a valency of four."

    "Carbonates are the hippies of the group."



    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction to Gemmology and Episode Overview

    03:08 Understanding Elements and Atoms

    06:09 Subatomic Particles and Their Roles

    09:03 The Periodic Table and Atomic Structure

    11:52 Valency and Chemical Bonds

    14:36 Oxidation and Its Importance

    17:38 Types of Chemical Bonds

    20:27 Crystal Structures and Their Significance

    23:32 Minerals and Their Formation

    26:15 Key Elements in Gemstone Composition

    28:09 The Ubiquity of Quartz and Its Elements

    31:54 Understanding Gemstone Composition

    34:27 The Importance of Silicates

    40:07 Exploring Carbonates and Their Characteristics

    42:03 The Role of Organic Materials in Gemstones

    46:17 Rocks and Their Complexities


    gemmology, chemical elements, atoms, subatomic particles, periodic table, valency, chemical bonds, crystalline structure, minerals, gemstone composition, oxides, silicates, carbonates, phosphates, organic materials

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    51 分
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