An Interview with Spinel Collector Seth Rosen
Spinel is a rare gem not well-known among consumers. Even some professionals in the gem and jewelry trade aren’t well-informed about this…
Spinel Engagement Rings
Most couples exploring gemstone options for their engagement ring start with some ideas about the color and size they want. However, they also…
Four Famous Spinels
Nothing epitomizes how underappreciated spinels are as much as the fact that the two most famous spinels in the world are named the Black Prince’s…
Spinel Sources
Multiple deposits across the globe produce spinels in a wide variety of body colors. Some of these sources are very productive and have been actively…
A History of Silver Mining in the United States
Over six thousand years ago, the ancient Egyptians created beads made of silver and inscriptions indicate that it was worth more than gold for a…
Spinel Properties
For this lesson, please read our gemstone encyclopedia listing Spinel Value Price and Jewelry Information and then you can come back here…
How Does Spinel Form?
Spinels may be well-known for their red hue. However, spinel gemstones come in many more colors. They also occur in orange, purple, violet, blue,…
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