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Popular jewelry stones, peridots can actually vary in hardness. Our IGS member survey results can help you choose the right tools and techniques…

The corundum gem family includes ever popular rubies and sapphires. Our IGS member survey results offer some corundum polishing recommendations.…

Publisher’s note: This short history was originally published by the late Stephen Kotlowski, in the public domain, and is reproduced…

Mastering the art of color grading white diamonds is a challenge. Learn about the standards, terms, tools, and testing procedures and start practicing.…

Cubic zirconia is the most popular diamond simulant currently available. You can find polishing recommendations for this material in our IGS…

Some very popular jewelry stones, such as beryl, quartz, and topaz, fall in the 7-8 hardness range. You can find polishing recommendations for…

Polishing feldspar, fluorite, apatite, or other gems in the 4-6 hardness range? Our IGS member survey results can recommend some techniques and…

Looking for lap, polish, or lubricant suggestions for quartz polishing? You can find numerous combinations and technical advice in our IGS member…

Handcrafted silver, gold, bead and gemstone jewelry from the Land of Enchantment. We take our color pallets and inspiration from the natural beauty…