Test Your Jewelry Knowledge

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  Which of these is a measure of gold purity? 

  • A.
    Carat
  • B.
    Carrot
  • C.
    Karat
  • D.
    Bullion
• 2.
  Which of these gemstones is not considered one of the four precious gemstones?

  • A.
    Emerald
  • B.
    Alexandrite
  • C.
    Sapphire
  • D.
    Diamond
• 3.
  When was the first diamond engagement ring given? 

  • A.
    1477
  • B.
    1682
  • C.
    1839
  • D.
    1933
• 4.
  What color is amethyst?

  • A.
    Orange
  • B.
    Purple
  • C.
    Blue
  • D.
    Red
• 5.
  What are the carefully angled flat surfaces cut into a diamond called? 

  • A.
    Abrasions
  • B.
    Cleavages
  • C.
    Facets
  • D.
    Chips
• 6.
  What is the birthstone for May? 

  • A.
    Ruby
  • B.
    Citrine
  • C.
    Garnet
  • D.
    Emerald
• 7.
  Which term refers to the effect that ultraviolet light has on diamonds?

  • A.
    Fire
  • B.
    Luminescence
  • C.
    Sparkle
  • D.
    Fluorescence
• 8.
  What is the best color grade a diamond can have? 

  • A.
    A
  • B.
    AAA
  • C.
    B
  • D.
    D
• 9.
  What percentage of 14 karat gold is actually gold? 

  • A.
    14%
  • B.
    58%
  • C.
    73%
  • D.
    100%
• 10.
  What are the internal flaws inside a diamond called?

  • A.
    Inclusions
  • B.
    Blemishes
  • C.
    Spots
  • D.
    Birthmarks
• 11.
  Which diamond quality characteristic refers to a diamond’s proportions and the uniformity of its facets?

  • A.
    Clarity
  • B.
    Cut
  • C.
    Color
  • D.
    Carat
• 12.
  What are the metal claws that secure a gemstone called?

  • A.
    Prongs
  • B.
    Fingers
  • C.
    Bezels
  • D.
    Forks
• 13.
  Which metal gives rose gold its pink color? 

  • A.
    Copper
  • B.
    Aluminum
  • C.
    Nickel
  • D.
    Iron
• 14.
  Aquamarine and emerald are varieties of which mineral? 

  • A.
    Quartz
  • B.
    Corundum
  • C.
    Olivine
  • D.
    Beryl
• 15.
  What is the top portion of a diamond called?

  • A.
    Head
  • B.
    Pavilion
  • C.
    Crown
  • D.
    Girdle
• 16.
  What is the designated gemstone for the fifth anniversary? 

  • A.
    Sapphire
  • B.
    Emerald
  • C.
    Diamond
  • D.
    Topaz
• 17.
  What metal is commonly used to coat white gold jewelry?

  • A.
    Platinum
  • B.
    Nickel
  • C.
    Sterling Silver
  • D.
    Rhodium
• 18.
  Which pearl variety is the most valuable?

  • A.
    Akoya
  • B.
    South Sea
  • C.
    Tahitian
  • D.
    Freshwater
• 19.
  How long ago were most diamonds created?

  • A.
    1-3 Billion Years
  • B.
    100 Million Years
  • C.
    3-5 Million Years
  • D.
    10,000 Years
• 20.
  How many cuts do most round, brilliant cut diamonds have?

  • A.
    12
  • B.
    36
  • C.
    58
  • D.
    89

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  You're a Jewelry Novice

  The good news is you don’t have to know all the facts and terminology surrounding jewelry to appreciate a certain piece’s beauty. When looking to purchase fine jewelry, we recommend visiting a reputable local jeweler who will be able to answer any questions you have and educate you on all of the important things you should know before making a decision. And over time, you may even become a jewelry expert!
• 2.
  You're a Jewelry Journeyman

  You’ve likely purchased fine jewelry before (or have done some research) and know some of the key terminology and facts. While there’s still a lot for you to learn, you know more about jewelry than the average person. Congrats!
• 3.
  You're a Jewelry Journeyman

  You’ve likely purchased fine jewelry before (or have done some research) and know some of the key terminology and facts. While there’s still a lot for you to learn, you know more about jewelry than the average person. Congrats!
• 4.
  You're a Jewelry Expert!

  Congratulations! When it comes to fine jewelry, you know your facts and terminology. You most likely have spent a good amount of time at your local jewelry store and have quite the fine jewelry collection. Keep up the good work!