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The Atlas Quarterly
The Atlas Quarterly field reports.
Dispatches from the desk. Field reports, edits, essays on stones we've worked since 1995.
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Dispatch · 001
Cracked or chipped: repair, recut, or retire?
Three options for damaged stones — and how to decide which one's right.
The Stone Atlas · May 5, 2026
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Dispatch · 002
Re-cutting a stone: when it's worth it
Old stones often have outdated cuts that waste their light. When to consider re-cutting, when to leave alone.
The Stone Atlas · May 3, 2026
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Dispatch · 003
Travel with stones: customs, packaging, insurance
Practical advice for moving gemstones across borders — both for collectors and trade.
The Stone Atlas · May 1, 2026
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Dispatch · 004
Displaying stones at home: light, base, label
Three design choices that determine whether a stone reads as a possession or as art.
The Stone Atlas · Apr 29, 2026
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Dispatch · 005
Setting working stones in jewelry: cabochon vs faceted
Why a cabochon is sometimes the right choice for a stone you'd faceted — and what setters look for in each.
The Stone Atlas · Apr 27, 2026
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Dispatch · 006
Storing your specimen collection: humidity, light, dust
How to keep a mineral collection from degrading over years and decades.
The Stone Atlas · Apr 25, 2026
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Dispatch · 007
How to clean amethyst (and which methods will damage it)
Amethyst is Mohs 7 — durable enough for daily wear, but specific cleaning methods will fade or damage it.
The Stone Atlas · Apr 23, 2026