32 Green Gemstones: From Everyday Durability to Collector’s Rarities
A favorite color for nature-inspired designs, green gemstones never go out of style. Learn which of these 32 green gems hold up best for engagement…
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…
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…
What are Crystal Systems and Mineral Habits?
Crystals have habits. In crystallography, mineral habits refer to the way crystals form within a specific mineral. There are six crystal systems.…
Gemstone Hardness and Wearability
Explore gemstone hardness, wearability, and durability. Learn how hardness, cleavage, and settings affect jewelry use. Essential for smart…
Clarity Grading for Colored Gemstones
Don’t underestimate the importance of clarity, one of the Four Cs of gemstone grading. For faceted gems, basic clarity grading involves evaluating…
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…
10 Gemstones Rarer than Diamond: The Earth’s Scarcest Treasures
Are you looking for something truly unique for your next jewelry purchase? Explore these ten gemstones that are actually rarer than diamond. How…
Blue Gemstones: 37 Varieties, Properties & Care Guide
Explore 37 blue gemstones from rare collectors’ specimens to durable jewelry options. Learn how to assess quality, understand durability factors,…
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