Are Rubies Expensive?
How much are rubies worth? The best rubies are some of the most expensive colored gemstones on the market. One example is the 55.22 ct. Estrela de…
An Update on Tourmaline Sold at The Las Vegas JCK Show in 2024
Tourmaline was found in many 2024 Las Vegas gem show booths, with some selling unset gems while others offering beautiful ready-to-wear pieces.…
Zircon Buying Guide
Zircon’s extraordinary fire and brilliance have enchanted civilizations for millennia. Ancient traders prized these gems across silk…
Dichroscope Guide for Gemologists
A dichroscope is one of the most useful instruments a gemologist can have. Its primary purpose is to determine the pleochroism of a gem. This can…
10X Loupe for Gemologists and Jewelers
The simple 10X loupe fits in your pocket and costs less than any other piece of gemological equipment. You’ll learn more with it than any other…
Zircon Sources
Zircon sources can be found all over the world. The mineral zircon can occur in many different geological environments. However, only a small percentage…
How Old is My Zircon?
Despite fantastic colors, brilliance, and dispersion, zircon is an often overlooked gemstone. However, zircon is a remarkable mineral with…
How Does Zircon Form?
Zircon gemstones occur in a wide range of beautiful colors that appeal to gem and jewelry enthusiasts. Zircon’s formation process also…
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