Gemstone Dichroscope – Identify Pleochroism & Refractive Properties
Reveal hidden pleochroic colors in gemstones with this professional dichroscope. Easily distinguish doubly and singly refractive stones—even in rough or mounted settings.
Set includes:
- 1 x Calcite Dichroscope
- 1 x FREE Leather Case
- Stylish Packaging/Carrying Box
Product Description
Specifications
Dichroscope for Gemstone Identification – Detect Pleochroism & Optical Properties
This gemstone dichroscope is an essential tool for gemologists, jewelers, and gemstone enthusiasts, used to identify whether a stone is dichroic (shows two colors) or singly refractive (shows only one). It allows you to differentiate between gemstones that appear similar in color by revealing their pleochroic properties—colors that vary based on the viewing angle.
When light enters the dichroscope, it is split into two polarized rays that vibrate at right angles to one another. The device displays these side-by-side images, making it easy to observe whether a gem exhibits pleochroic colors, characteristic of doubly refractive stones. A single color display indicates a singly refractive material.
Ideal for examining rough stones and mounted gems where access with other instruments is limited, this tool also helps identify trichroic gemstones, which show three distinct colors when viewed from three perpendicular directions.
Key Features:
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Detects dichroism and reveals pleochroic colors in gemstones
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Distinguishes between singly and doubly refractive stones
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Displays two polarized images side-by-side for comparison
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Useful for identifying rough, loose, or mounted gems
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Aids in differentiating similar-colored stones
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Portable and easy to use – perfect for field or lab use
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Ideal for identifying trichroic stones (when viewed from multiple angles)