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epiasterism
Asterism seen by reflected light, as in star ruby or sapphire cut en cabochon to reveal asteria. The effect is created when light is reflected from suitably oriented inclusions within the stone.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Mining
- Category: General mining; Mineral mining
- Government Agency: USBM
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