Abstract: A system and method are disclosed for providing a real-time remote video feed of an interactive jewelry showing. In an embodiment, a digital video camera captures a video stream of a jewelry item, such as a gem or, more particularly, a diamond, being manipulated by a gemologist. Using a combination of both physical and digital zoom capabilities, the video is configured to provide between 300× and 1000× (variable) magnification. The gemologist may observe the video stream via a display and may further control operation of the system through user input devices such as a mouse and keyboard. A computer system collocated with the gemologist, may be used to receive and process the video stream from the digital video camera. The computer system may then be coupled to a packet network whereby other users may be provided with access to the real-time remote jewelry feed.