Emerald

Long known in Chinese culture as a symbol of harmony, eternity, and virtue, jade presents an elegant option for engagement rings. In a time when…

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

Beautiful blue colors and the star stone effect have influenced sapphire symbolism through the ages. Learn more about the legends surrounding…

Our gemstone care guide covers many popular gems. Learn how best to maintain your gemstone jewelry and what kinds of stresses and cleaning methods…

Cutting gem materials you’ve never worked before can be exciting but also frustrating. Some faceting advice can help you create beautiful finished…

Rare, beautiful, and expensive, sapphires will really wow when brides need “something blue.” When you’re shopping for sapphire engagement…

Smithsonite occurs across the globe, but facetable crystals are extremely rare. These gems can show a wide range range of rich colors but are too…

What can you learn about gem and jewelry marketing from other businesses? Tracking your inventory and requests for what you don’t stock is a start.…

Learn how gemologists evaluate color, clarity, cut, and carat for gem grading. Consumers can use this information to find the right stone for their…