Gemstone Testing & Treatment Analysis
Nicole Cortinez offer expert gemstone testing and treatment analysis services designed to uncover the full story of your gem. Her meticulous approach and advanced analytical tools provide clear, accurate insights into the identity, quality, and enhancement history of a wide range of gemstones.
Through detailed testing that includes refractive index measurement, spectroscopy, UV fluorescence, and magnification analysis, Nicole determines whether a gemstone has been treated or enhanced—such as through heat, irradiation, fracture filling, or dyeing. These subtle alterations can significantly affect both the value and care requirements of a gem, making professional analysis essential.
Nicole works with collectors, jewelers, and buyers who need trustworthy information before making investment or sales decisions. Whether it’s a newly acquired stone or a family heirloom, her thorough evaluations are performed with complete confidentiality and in accordance with international gemological standards.
Every client receives a detailed report outlining the stone’s natural characteristics and any detectable treatments, providing peace of mind and clarity.