Facet Nation: A Gemmology Podcast
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.
Podcasting since 2025 • 7 episodes
Facet Nation: A Gemmology Podcast
Latest Episodes
Gem Crystallography: Habits and Forms
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 habit...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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Gem Chemistry: Materials, Structure and Chemical Elements
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 th...
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Episode 6
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50:34
Corundum Part Two: Rubies, 'real' and otherwise
Keywordsrubies, gemology, birthstones, Myanmar, treatments, synthetic rubies, famous rubies, gem identification, corundum, gemstone qualityIn this episode, Simon and Lucinda delve into the captivating world of rubies, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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55:58
Corundum Part One: All Hail Queen Sapphire
In this episode, Lucinda and Simon delve into the fascinating world of corundum, exploring sapphires and rubies. They discuss the chemical composition, durability, and popularity of these gemstones, as well as their significance in engagement r...
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Episode 4
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57:07
Observation, magnification and the amazing world of gem inclusions
In this episode of Facet Nation, Lucinda Beeman and Simon Barber delve into the world of gemmology, focusing on the essential skill of observation. They share their personal experiences with gemmology exams, discuss the practical techniques for...
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Episode 3
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