23 Red Gemstones
Are you fascinated by the allure of red gemstones but unsure which ones make the best choices for rings and other jewelry pieces? This comprehensive…
What is My Birthstone?
Chart showing a mix of modern and traditional birthstones by month. The Origin of Birthstones The idea of a birthstone, a gemstone that corresponds…
Testing for Anomalous Double Refraction
The polariscope is one of gemology’s simplest and most useful tools. With a little practice and our three-part polariscope guide, you’ll…
Gemstone Doublets, Triplets, and Other Assembled Stones
An assembled gemstone is constructed from two or more combined materials. Gemstone doublets and triplets, intarsias, and rhinestones are all…
Identifying Inclusions Found in Synthetic Gems
One of the simplest ways to distinguish natural from synthetic gems is finding inclusions that can only be the result of laboratory growth. You…
What’s the Difference Between Synthetic, Simulated, and Created Gemstones?
Some people make distinctions between different kinds of synthetic or lab-grown gems. In fact, you may even find different definitions of synthetic…
Latest Trends from GemGenève 2023
June 2, 2023 Photo Credit: Olena Rybnikova GemGenève is an international gem and jewelry show that takes place in Geneva, Switzerland, a picturesque…
American Gemstones: Domestic Treasures Featured at the 2023 Tucson Gem Show
February 20, 2023 Many in the United States view gemstones as exotic luxury items from romantic, far-away locations. Perhaps you have heard Madagascar…
Everything You Need to Know About the British Coronation Regalia Ahead of King Charles’ Coronation
February 8, 2023 The British Crown Jewels with the Imperial State Crown center (1) and St. Edward’s Crown (2) (Photo credit: Fox Photos/Getty…
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