Sulfur Value, Price, and Jewelry Information
Although sulfur is very abundant, facetable material is not. Sulfur is also enormously difficult to cut and almost impossible to wear, so faceted…
Identifying Inclusions of Specific Gems
Some natural as well as synthetic gems have specific, characteristic inclusions. Learn the identifying inclusions of some of the most popular…
What is Your Gemstone Personality?
Think of jewelry stones as reflections of you or the recipient. Learning about colored gems can help you find the gemstone personality you’re looking…
What is my Birthstone?
The idea of a single birthstone for each month is a modern idea with a long history, but today’s consumers can choose gems from traditional or modern…
The Mohs Hardness Scale and Chart for Select Gems
The Mohs hardness scale measures a mineral’s resistance to scratching. Find the traditional scale here and a chart of select gems ordered by hardness.…
Understanding Gem Synthetics, Treatments, And Imitations, Part 4: Synthetic Gemstone Guide
Many varieties of gems besides diamond can be created in the laboratory. Our synthetic gemstone guide covers many examples and explains their…
Early History of Jewelry: Ancient Times to the 17th Century
An early history of gems and jewelry, highlighting different cultures and their varied beliefs about the powers of gems and precious rocks.
Gem Price Guide
A guide for the price of various gemstones that is based on various sources for commonly traded goods. However, gems are sold outside this range…
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