Tzar: Online Faceting Designs and Diagrams
The Tzar gem design by Jeff Graham works best for large, light-colored stones. This cut will make a very interesting, different gemstone.
Blue Ice: Online Faceting Designs and Diagrams
Jeff Graham’s Blue Ice gem design is easy to cut. It performs well for gems with low refractive indices like beryl and quartz. It’s a great choice…
Aqua Cisir: Online Faceting Designs and Diagrams
Jeff Graham’s Aqua Cisir cut is ideal for quartz and beryl gemstones and has exceptional flash and yield. Intermediate and professional-level…
Gem Trends 2018: Ultra Violet Gems and More
What will 2018 bring to the world of gems and jewelry? Learn about the latest gem trends — everything from colors, designs, and settings to the…
Why All Gem Designs are Compromises
All gem designs balance multiple factors that affect the stone’s appearance. Before tweaking a design, consider the overall goal for the finished…
Faceting Made Easy, Part 1: Gemstone Properties
In Part 1 of “Faceting Made Easy,” Trevor Hannam reviews gemstone properties in his introduction to faceting and learning to cut a standard…
A Visitor’s Guide to Colorado Gemstones
Colorado has a lot to offer gemologists and rock hunters. Before you visit, learn about Colorado gemstones as well as notable gem shows, museums,…
What is Your Gemstone Personality?
Think of jewelry stones as reflections of you or the recipient. Learning about colored gems can help you find the gemstone personality you’re looking…
What is my Birthstone?
The idea of a single birthstone for each month is a modern idea with a long history, but today’s consumers can choose gems from traditional or modern…
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