Blue Gemstones: 37 Varieties, Properties & Care Guide
Explore 37 blue gemstones from rare collectors’ specimens to durable jewelry options. Learn how to assess quality, understand durability factors,…
Guide to Organizing Your Gemstone Collection
Learn how to organize your gemstone collection. Choose the storage and display options that are right for you and create a practical cataloging…
Take the Birthstone Quiz
What do you know about birthstones? Take our short birthstone quiz and learn about the makeup, cutting, and value of these popular gemstones.
Best Rough Gemstones for Beginning Faceting
Learn which rough gemstones are ideal for beginning faceting practice. A progression of relatively inexpensive gem species can teach important…
How to Start a Gem Collection
Although many gem enthusiasts want to become collectors, they may not know where to begin. Read this article for tips on how to start a gem collection.…
19 Stunning Yellow Gemstones (With 9 Best Picks for Jewelry)
From bright, sunny colors to deep golden hues, yellow gemstones are warm and inviting. Learn how to assess the quality of yellow gems and find out…
Gemstone Color Measurements and Specifications
Gemstone color measurements are hard to make with conventional color-order systems. Learn how recent colorimetry tech advances have improved…
A Guide to Late Victorian Aesthetic Period Jewelry
Late Victorian Aesthetic Period jewelry marked a turn from weighty opulence to more delicate designs. Learn more about this popular antique style.…
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