The stunning photomicrographs (images taken using magnification to see details in or on gem materials) are simply amazing.

And here is another one for you, a trapiche-like amethyst with syngenetic hematite inclusions.

The stone is placed between crossed polarising filters which causes the interference colours.

The image is a stack of 31 images and a magnification of 20x.

Fabulous! 

a trapiche-like amethyst with syngenetic hematite inclusions.
The stone is placed between crossed polarising filters which causes the interference colours.
The image is a stack of 31 images and a magnification of 20x.
Photo by Sammantha Maclachlan.

Sammantha Maclachlan is an accomplished gemmologist and photomicrographer. Her attention to gemmological detail and beauty is evident within the incredible shots shown here and in the Roskin Gem News Report online magazine. We thank Sammantha for sharing her images, and welcome you to enjoy the page!

Roskin Gem News Report