Determine dichroism: The dichroscope helps determine if a stone is dichroic, meaning it reflects two different colors. This is especially useful for differentiating stones of the same color from one another. Sidebyside comparison: With the dichroscope, observe the two pleochroic colors characteristic of a given direction in a doubly refractive gem side by side. This enables easy identification of dichroism. Multiple viewing directions: If no dichroism is observed initially, rotate the stone and view it in different orientations using the dichroscope. This allows a thorough assessment of any pleochroic colors. Trichroic gem identification: The dichroscope can identify trichroic gems. By viewing the stone in three directions perpendicular to each other, you can observe three distinct colors, enhancing gemstone identification. Applications and use scenarios Gem identification in laboratories, jewelry shops, or field work: Quickly assess pleochroic behavior to distinguish similar stones and support accurate identification. Sorting and quality control: Use pleochroic observations to differentiate and categorize stones during inventory, grading, or appraisal processes. Education and client demonstrations: Demonstrate dichroism and trichroism concepts to students, trainees, or clients to illustrate gemstone properties and identification methods.