Welcome to our site where we bring you informative articles on how to indentify, recognize, locate and buy genuine gemstones. How do you know if what you're looking at is a diamond or cubic zirconia? Is that a ruby or a piece of red glass? And did you know there are many different kinds and colours of diamonds? Read our articles. Learn what you need to know if you are interested in buying or collecting genuine gemstones. Writer's submissions and comments are welcomed. And when you're done reading, don't miss our site at BUY GENUINE GEMSTONES where you'll see first-hand some fantastic gemstones at reasonable prices.
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Care With Gemstones (01 Mar 2008) Gemstones are one of the most precious substances known to mankind. Their worth alone is reason enough for us to care for them. A gemstone can cost a fortune and one scratch or impurity can ruin there value.
5 Top Tests to Tell a Genuine Diamond From a Fake (12 Aug 2010) The safest practise when buying diamond jewelry is to go to a reputable jeweler, who will always advise exactly what you are buying. But what if you buy smaller diamonds, or find loose stones from an heirloom piece, how do you tell if they are real diamonds? Here are five rough and ready ways to help you tell if your diamond is a fake or the genuine article.
Alexandrite - The "IF'S", "ANDS" & "BUTS"! (01 May 2010) So you've spotted an "Alexandrite" ring on that ever popular auction site: the stone is huge, the price is affordable but climbing, and ooh, you've wanted a real alexandrite for so long! You're thinking "maybe this is the one you should go for.?" Well, before you dive in and bid or buy, here's some information that might stop you from making an expensive mistake.
APRIL BIRTHSTONE: THE DIAMOND (10 May 2008) The Diamond, birthstone for April, has become one of the most popular and desired gemstones of modern times. Learn all you ever wanted to know about diamonds in this informative article.
Buying Diamonds Online (05 Dec 2007) With the potential for scams concerning diamonds, buying diamonds online might seems unthinkable. However, it is possible to purchase diamonds online, without any problems, provided you are careful.
Can Tanzanites Become a Girl's Best Friend? (30 Aug 2010) Can tanzanite gemstone replace diamonds? This article talks about this possibility as well as the history and details of the gemstone.
Diamond Certificate – Don't Buy Diamonds Without It (05 Dec 2007) Just how important are diamond certificates? Well, they are extremely important that you should not consider buying diamonds without them!
Emeralds - Lab Created Or Genuine? (12 Aug 2010) When it comes to purchasing emerald jewelry, you will find that you have the option of either a genuine gemstone, or one that is lab created. There are advantages to each of these, so we will talk about some of those advantages. By knowing the difference between these options, you can be better prepared as you begin the process of making a purchase.
Estate Diamonds - Factors Which Make Them Worth the Price (15 Nov 2008) Estate diamonds are a unique style of jewelry which many people express great interest in. Although they can be pricey at times, depending on what they consist of, these beautiful gems are worth the price for quite a few different reasons. If you are considering buying older jewelry, and more specifically estate jewelry, the following will help you in the decision-making process by providing you with various factors which make them worth the price
Factors Affecting Gemstone Carat Weight (05 Dec 2007) While carat weight is important for traditional and much-prized gemstones, it tends to lose its significance when it comes to common gemstones with high supplies like blue topaz, citrine, and amethyst.
February Birthstone - Amethyst (01 Mar 2008) Amethyst is a popular gemstone and has been for many, many years. Ranging from light lilac tones to deep royal purples, amethyst is available in a wide range of prices and qualities.
Garnet - For Lovers Of Gemstones (01 Mar 2008) Are you dying to own that beautiful, deep-red gemstone in the display window? If you are fond of garnet - more popular as a January birthstone - then you are a true lover of gems. Garnet is one of the most admired among many gemstones because of its rich color.
Gemstones - Price Per Carat (04 May 2009) Most gemstones are priced according to weight. The exceptions are some carvings and cabochons, which may be sold by the piece rather than by the carat, since the work required to produce them exceeds the cost of the material. But for the vast majority of gemstones, the price ...
Gemstones For Jewellery Making (04 May 2009) The choice of which gemstone to include in a piece is purely down to the individual and is subject to all kinds of influences including birthdate, fashion or even superstition.
How to Care and Clean Opals (01 Mar 2008) Opal gems are delicate and require a little extra care compared to other gems but the uniqueness of opals are well worth the care. Because opals are more delicate than other gemS...
How to Decide on the Value of the Loose Gemstones (30 Aug 2010) The loose gemstones like rubies, sapphire and emeralds are easily available through a range of websites at easily affordable prices. However, a lot of people complain about being sold some gemstones, which are not very good in quality. To make sure it does not happen to you, you should know how to decide on the value of the loose gemstones.
Identifying Gemstones (20 Jul 2008) In gemstone identification, you have to first of all ask your self: to what extent you intend going on this (gemstone collection). A simple method of gem identification is "the Hodgkinson method of gem identification"
January Birthday Gemstone Garnet (01 Mar 2008) The warm and fiery glow of the traditional Garnet makes it a perfect birthstone for the wintry month of January. But if red is not your color, don't worry: Garnet comes in a wide variety of colors.
JUNE BIRTHSTONES: NOT JUST PEARLS (07 Jun 2008) Pearls of all varieties are the most widely accepted birthstones associated with the month of June. However, those born in June have the choice of several other well-recognized birthstones, like Moonstone & Alexandrite
MAY'S BIRTHSTONE: THE EMERALD (10 May 2008) Learn about the origins of the emerald, where to find it, how it is mined and treated, and how valuable a stone the emerald really is.
