jewelry

Gemstones are creatures of light. Learn how lighting impacts gem sales and get recommendations for high-quality artificial lighting for gems.…

Learn how to organize your gemstone collection. Choose the storage and display options that are right for you and create a practical cataloging…

Gems in jewelry settings can’t be evaluated the same way as loose stones. These guidelines are for gemologists learning to grade set gemstones.…

Your next plate of steamed clams might hold a rare quahog pearl. Learn how to judge the quality of these purple pearls before your next trip to New…

What do you know about birthstones? Take our short birthstone quiz and learn about the makeup, cutting, and value of these popular gemstones.

How can a custom gem faceter compete with commercial cutting houses? Learn how cut stone sizes, gem quality, and expert cutting can make a difference.…

The Esperanza is the most valuable diamond ever mined in the US. Learn the story behind the find and the unique triolette cut designed to showcase…

Learn which rough gemstones are ideal for beginning faceting practice. A progression of relatively inexpensive gem species can teach important…

Although many gem enthusiasts want to become collectors, they may not know where to begin. Read this article for tips on how to start a gem collection.…