Optics: measuring and testing – Crystal or gem examination
Patent
1991-06-19
1992-09-08
Evans, F. L.
Optics: measuring and testing
Crystal or gem examination
G01N 2187
Patent
active
051462885
ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to an apparatus for distinguishing cultured pearls from natural pearls by piercing the unidentified pearls with beams of light, preferably polarized, to reveal gross structural differences. The apparatus uses a light source, a polarizing filter, opaque shields, micro ports for light limitations, field magnifying lenses preferably 10.times.or 12.times., and slides and other positioners to hold pearls singly or in strings.
REFERENCES:
patent: 4906083 (1990-03-01), Sattler
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