From rubies and sapphires to emeralds , gemstones add a splash of color to any jewelry collection and make great gifts for birthdays and anniversaries. Select Emeralds, Rubies, and Sapphires The three most...
Gemstones such as diamonds, rubies, and emeralds are some of the most well-known pieces included in fine jewelry. However, there are dozens of lesser known gems that are equally as beautiful as these standard...
Shopping for red gems can be fun and rewarding. Since there are a variety of red gems on the market, it is worth taking some time to learn about the qualities and properties of the most popular red gemstones....
Most gemstone jewelry is meant to last a lifetime. Whether a piece of jewelry is given as a gift or bought for oneself, no one wants the piece to break or scratch. When looking at gemstone jewelry, consider...
Throughout history, rubies have reigned as the costliest gem. Before gem-cutting techniques revealed diamonds' true beauty, rubies were already considered a gem for royalty because of their stunning red hue....
Spinel The Great Imposter Spinel is one of the loveliest of the gem families. Spinels are one of nature's most beautiful and truly natural creations. They are one of the few gems that never have to be treated...
"How can you sell genuine gemstones and jewelry with $.99 starting bids?" I get this question ALL THE TIME! I figured a lot more people have to be asking the same and not emailing us, so I decided to explain...
Gemstones are beautiful, but they have no intrinsic value (except perhaps for diamonds used for industrial applications). Why then does a reasonably nice 1 carat heated VS ruby sell for $500 while a fine...
Gem Buying Guide How to Buy a Gemstone The good news is we can teach you about gemstone quality. After you read our gem buying advice, you will know more than the average jeweler. The bad news is that you will...
HOW TO SPOT A FAKE BLUE STAR SAPPHIRE? BLUE STAR SAPHIRE sometimes displays a three-ray, six-point star. These star sapphires are cut in a smooth domed cabochon cut to display the effect. The star is best...
