Hambergite Value, Price, and Jewelry Information
Although hard enough for jewelry use, rare hambergite is a gem for collectors of the unusual. Its combination of high birefringence and very low…
Aragonite Value, Price, and Jewelry Information
Aragonite is more commonly found as a constituent of pearl and shell nacre than as a crystal suitable for gem cutting. Too soft for most jewelry use,…
Engagement Ring Guide: Know Your Options
Looking for something besides the classic round white diamond? Our engagement ring guide will help you find the alternative gem to match your unique…
Sapphirine Value, Price, and Jewelry Information
Sapphirines are durable but very rare gemstones. Although named after their typically sapphire-blue color, these gems can occur in different…
Tourmaline Engagement Rings
A favorite among jewelry designers, tourmaline is a great option for a unique engagement ring. This guide will take you from a tourmaline novice…
Rubellite Buying Guide
Like all tourmaline gemstones, rubellite wears well in almost any type of jewelry. This stone’s raspberry-like color draws a great deal…
Tourmaline Buying Guide
Known for stunning, saturated hues, tourmaline is a colorful and modern gemstone. Most tourmalines undergo heat and radiation treatments…
Watermelon Tourmaline
Watermelon tourmaline adds a fun and playful feel to jewelry. Check out our watermelon tourmaline buying guide and learn the quality criteria…
Chrome Tourmaline
Rare chrome tourmaline can show an emerald-like green color. With a highly desired color and tourmaline’s excellent qualities as a jewelry…
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