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As a December birthstone, blue zircon is very popular. But are blue zircons natural? Learn how zircons form and get their colors.

How do scientists define a mineral? Learn what minerals are made of, their many uses, and the difference between gemstones and minerals.

Jedi spinel makes a beautiful jewelry stone. Learn how it got its name and what qualities make this vivid pinkish red gem so popular.

Natural radiation can create beautiful colors in many gems. Learn how natural radiation works and what gems are most commonly affected by it.

A lot happens in eleven years. Those celebrating an eleventh wedding anniversary have jointly experienced their fair share of life’s ups and…

Wow, ten years of marriage.  That’s a full decade! You and your spouse have now been married for a double-digit number of years.  This…

Zircons occur in many locations all over the world. Learn which zircon sources produce the most notable gem-quality stones.

April 5, 2024 Photo Credit: X.com/HarryWinston The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and Robert Procop Exceptional Jewels are proud…

In the nineteenth century, the gemstone market was separated into two broad categories: precious and semi-precious. The four gems in the precious…