Rose Quartz

What is Amethyst? Amethyst is the official sixth anniversary gemstone, offering a traditional alternative to iron or wood. Amethyst is the purple…

For centuries, balas rubies were prized by royalty. Learn what happened after gemologists identified these gems as red spinels instead.

“Tanzanite Roses,” hand engraved pendant, 18k gold, white and blue diamonds, and tanzanite. Jewelry and photo by Jessa and Mark Anderson.…

A parcel of 6.60-ctw amethysts with borderline “Rose de France” color. © All That Glitters. Used with permission.

Jade color trade names describe prized hues and patterns in jadeite and nephrite stones. Learn about the most popular and valuable varieties.…

The commercial part of the lapidary business favors new mine finds and exotic or rare materials. As gem carvers, these reasons draw us to these materials,…

Jade occurs naturally in sizes ranging from small pebbles to huge boulders weighing over a hundred tons. Long exposure to the elements can weather…

Ancient stoneworkers everywhere valued the smooth feel and versatility of jade. When struck, thin pieces of this stone produced clear, tinkling…

What is Turkish purple jade? Learn about the qualities of this rare, beautiful, and versatile gemstone and see it transformed from rock to finished…