Spinel Buying Guide
Master spinel buying with our comprehensive guide covering the 4 Cs, color grading, pricing, origins, and how to identify quality natural vs synthetic…
Sphene (Titanite) Value, Price, and Jewelry Information
Sphene, also known as titanite, has rich body colors, strong trichroism, and a fire that exceeds diamond. Although softer than many more popular…
Axinite Value, Price, and Jewelry Information
When faceted, the members of the axinite mineral group are usually intensely pleochroic, with rich brown and purple colors dominating. Although…
Euclase Value, Price, and Jewelry Information
Although hard enough to be worn safely in jewelry, euclase in beautiful colors is rare over a few carats. It’s also a difficult gem to facet.
Citrine Buying Guide
Master citrine buying with our comprehensive guide. Learn quality factors, treatments, and pricing for this stunning yellow-orange gemstone…
Grossular Garnet Value, Price, and Jewelry Information
Grossular garnets come in almost every color, even colorless, except blue. However, unlike other garnets, they’re rarely red or dark. Often…
Choosing the Best Colored Gemstones for Engagement Rings
Looking for alternatives to a classic diamond engagement ring? Learn about your options and see some wonderful photos of colored gemstone engagement…
Demantoid Garnet Value, Price, and Jewelry Information
One of the rarest garnet varieties, demantoid can have a green color that rivals emerald and a fire that exceeds diamond. Demantoids are highly…
Round Cut Diamonds: A Buying Guide
Round diamonds are popular and classic. They are a timeless choice for an engagement ring and a style staple in all types of jewelry. Learn the pros…
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