Not a diamond; this is a piece of green glass or slag, displaying characteristic conchoidal fracture patterns and internal bubbles typical of man-made glass.
Not a diamond; this is a piece of green glass or slag, displaying characteristic conchoidal fracture patterns and internal bubbles typical of man-made glass. · Raw, unstructured shard / Irregular fragment
Not applicable (uncut raw shard with fracture surfaces) Cut
Carat
Not applicable (glass material)
Color
Vivid Green (Fancy Intense Green simulation)
Clarity
Not applicable (contains numerous internal bubbles and striations)
Shape
Raw, unstructured shard / Irregular fragment
Overall Assessment
The specimen shown in the image is definitively not a diamond or any other precious gemstone. It is a jagged fragment of green glass exhibiting typical glassy fracture properties and internal features.
Cut Quality
Not applicable (uncut raw shard with fracture surfaces)
Brilliance
Low to moderate vitreous luster
Fire
None (glass lacks the high dispersion of a diamond)
Scintillation
Poor, lacks facet-based sparkle
Proportions
Irregular proportions, lacks standard faceting
Symmetry
Asymmetrical raw shard
Polish
Raw fractured surfaces, unpolished
Fluorescence
Unknown without UV testing
Inclusions
Internal gas bubbles, flow lines, and strain patterns characteristic of glass
Blemishes
Surface scratches, chipped edges, and conchoidal fracture marks
Origin
Man-made glass / Industrial slag
Treatment Detection
Colored glass substitute, no gemological treatments applicable
Estimated Value
Minimal to negligible commercial value as decorative or industrial glass waste
Certification Estimate
Not certifiable as a gemstone by standard labs (GIA, AGS, IGI)
Investment Potential
None as a gem or investment asset
Similar Diamonds
None, as this material is glass rather than crystalline carbon
Setting Suggestions
Not recommended for fine jewelry settings due to softness and fragility
Care & Maintenance
Handle with care to avoid cuts from sharp edges; clean with mild soap and water if used for decorative purposes
Interesting Facts
Green glass is frequently mistaken for rough emerald, peridot, or green diamond by untrained observers due to its appealing color.