jewelry

What factors determine the light return of faceted gemstones? Facet quality, polish, color, and cut style all play roles. Learn more about these…

At CustomMade, we believe jewelry should be as unique as the moments, memories, and people that inspire it. It’s something that should be…

Cabochon cuts are popular for showcasing opal doublets. Learn a trick for making a bezel setting for doublets that are wider on top than the bottom.…

What are the best facet designs for novice gem cutters? Find recommendations for cutting styles, books, resources, and gemstone rough here.

Dark green tourmaline and red rubellite gems can look very black in an emerald cut. Learn how to minimize this effect and show off these rich colors…

Learn how to cut spectrolite and other labradorite gems so you can showcase their striking color flash most effectively.

Learn why citrine gemstones are sometimes misidentified as topaz. A professional appraisal by an independent gem lab is the best way to identify…

Learn what factors most influence a sphalerite appraisal and what kind of jewelry will best showcase this beautiful gemstone.

Our gemstone crossword puzzle collection is a fun and challenging way to test your knowledge of gemology, whether you’re an amateur or advanced…