jewelry

Siderite is difficult to cut, but this light brown collector’s gem has yielded faceted pieces of great beauty.

The gem material known as serpentine actually encompasses several related mineral species. For millennia, people have cut serpentines into…

How do you choose jewelry settings for your gems? Learn the pros and cons of pre-made settings, assembling findings, modifying wax models, and…

Anatase occurs in many beautiful colors, such as deep indigo and amber yellow. However, these rare gems are seldom transparent and are usually…

Starting a jewelry business takes a lot of planning. Answer these questions about your inventory and services now and save yourself time and money…

Purpurite is too soft for jewelry wear and never transparent. Nevertheless, lapidaries have cut cabochons from this material with magnificent…

Probably fewer than a dozen creedite gems have ever been faceted. This rare mineral is rarer still as a cuttable crystal.

Our jewelry insurance guide reviews the policies of the top seven companies. Learn what to look for so you can find the coverage that’s right for…

From bright, sunny colors to deep golden hues, yellow gemstones are warm and inviting. Learn how to assess the quality of yellow gems and find out…