A Step-Cut Montana Sapphire Design
Watch lapidarist Jim Buday facet a step-cut Montana sapphire design. This version of the traditional cut produces a very bright color.
World’s Biggest & Rarest Colored Gems Are on Display in L.A.
April 5, 2024 Photo Credit: X.com/HarryWinston The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and Robert Procop Exceptional Jewels are proud…
How Old Is My Zircon?
Is zircon the oldest mineral? Find out why zircon is important for scientifically dating rocks and how to learn a zircon gemstone’s age.
The State of the Diamond Market in 2024
When one discusses the diamond market, there are quite a few individual niches which each have their own trends. Firstly, you have the relatively…
Top Five Gemstone Investments for 2025
What are the top gemstone investments for 2024? Learn why these five gems, some well-known and some less so, are poised to increase in value.
Dealers at 2024 Tucson Gem Show Report on Colored Gemstone and Pricing Trends
We truly live in a digital age where we can access news, follow our favorite sports teams, and shop for pretty much anything all from behind a computer…
The Power of Advertising: How the Marketing Juggernaut Behind the Barbie Movie Rocked the Gem World
©Canva. Used with permission. On July 21, 2023, the world got its first look at the long-anticipated movie Barbie. Fans went nuts and the movie…
What’s the Difference Between Gemology and Mineralogy?
There are key differences between gemology and mineralogy. Learn about these disciplines and how studying mineralogy can benefit gemologists.…
Ninth Anniversary Gift Guide: Morganite
Celebrating nine years of marriage is an accomplishment indeed! For your union to last this long, you and your partner have undoubtedly found ways…
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