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Question: Has anyone ever heard of Serengeti rubies? We bought two. The seller told us they were new to the US. Each is about 1 carat and a 7 × 5.3…

Many cultures have long considered ruby a stone of kings. Not surprisingly, ruby symbolism and lore have many associations with power and wealth.…

Although non-gem corundum occurs abundantly all over the world, gem-quality ruby and sapphire are significantly rarer. Their sources are also…

Many cultures have long considered ruby a king’s gem. Not surprisingly, ruby symbolism and lore have many associations with power, wealth, and…

Discover everything about ruby gemstones — from value factors and origins to care tips. Learn what determines ruby prices and how to choose the…

For thousands of years, the pearl has symbolized grace and luxury. It’s been virtually de rigueur in royal jewelry and portraits and popularly…

Like their marine cousins, many freshwater mollusks can produce pearls. However, this rarely occurs in nature. Today, the majority of pearls…

Although pearls are one of humanity’s most ancient gems, natural undersea beds of pearl-producing oysters now occur very rarely. Cultured…

You’ll find gem cutting acronyms like L/W in faceting guides. Learn what these frequently used terms mean and how they can save gem cutters time…