Not a diamond; appears to be a glass marble containing numerous gas bubbles and internal flow lines.
Not a diamond; appears to be a glass marble containing numerous gas bubbles and internal flow lines. · Spherical / Sphere
Poor (spherical bead, non-faceted) Cut
Carat
Not applicable (measured in millimeters/grams for glass objects; visual size suggests high weight if solid glass)
Color
Colorless with minor internal tinting
Clarity
Heavily included with spherical gas bubbles (equivalent to severe I3 if gemological scale applied)
Shape
Spherical / Sphere
Overall Assessment
The object is definitively a glass marble and not a diamond. Gemological inspection reveals internal gas bubbles and flow lines, confirming synthetic glass composition.
Cut Quality
Poor (spherical bead, non-faceted)
Brilliance
Low due to lack of standard facet geometry and high inclusion density
Fire
Minimal to none, characteristic of glass rather than high-dispersion gemstones
Scintillation
Poor, lacks facet-based light return
Proportions
Symmetrical spherical diameter
Symmetry
Good spherical contour
Polish
Smooth vitreous surface polish with minor manufacturing abrasions
Fluorescence
Inert to faint
Inclusions
Numerous trapped spherical gas bubbles and internal swirl marks typical of manufactured glass
Blemishes
Minor surface scratches and wear marks from handling
Origin
Man-made glass factory production
Treatment Detection
Standard manufactured glass with trapped air bubbles
Estimated Value
Nominal decorative or toy value (less than $1 USD)
Certification Estimate
Not applicable for grading laboratories like GIA or AGS; could be analyzed by a materials testing lab
Investment Potential
None as an investment gemstone
Similar Diamonds
None, as this is a glass sphere and not a diamond
Setting Suggestions
Wire-wrapped or encased in a decorative net if used as a decorative item
Care & Maintenance
Standard cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft cloth; avoid impact to prevent chipping
Interesting Facts
The trapped spherical bubbles visible inside are a classic indicator of glass manufacture, distinguishing it immediately from natural crystals or high-end stimulants like cubic zirconia.