GEMINLOGICAL
Bespoke pendant, Petroleum Quartz mounted in 18ct gold with diamonds
Welcome to Geminlogical. I have been collecting minerals, crystals, and gemstones for over forty years. I started collecting fossils and quartz crystals from the beach when I was about eight years old. My parents and grandparents were incredibly patient as I spent hours rummaging about looking for treasures.
I would save pocket money to buy tumbled stones and small mineral specimens whenever I could. Through the years I began visiting mineral and gem fairs and whilst abroad dabbled in buying gemstones and jewellery. Like my grandmother I am a self confessed magpie!
A few years ago I decided to study for a professional qualification with the Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A). I am now a gemmologist and a Fellow of Gem-A having gained the Diploma with Merit. It was the most difficult study I have ever undertaken, requiring both practical and theory exams. I am particularly interested in the field of synthetic gem materials.
I am also an active member of the Sussex Mineral & Lapidary Society who meet regularly in Haywards Heath in West Sussex.
Samantha