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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GEMSTONE NECKLACES (08 Jun 2011) If an analysis was done, we would find out that most of the jewelry found in stores or online are semiprecious stones or gems.
GEMSTONE THERAPY TODAY (08 Jun 2011) For ages, gemstones have been used medicinally. Today, gemstone therapy has evolved into an art and science, and a sophisticated energy medicine modality.
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.
Getting The Price Right With Gemstones (20 Sep 2011) With any investment, you need to need what you are buying is worth the value asked for. This can be particularly hard with gemstones, as price varies stone to stone and because of the quality and cut of the stone. These variables play an important part in consideration of value, and are often the sole way we price gemstones on the market.
Heat Treatment of Sapphires - All About (19 Mar 2011) Historically speaking: Heating of gemstones to enhance their color goes back centuries. It is considered a natural type of treatment since the process is basically a continuation of the processes that occur in the ground.
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 Cleanse Gemstone Necklaces (20 Sep 2011) If healing stones are properly cared for, their capabilities are extensive. When applied therapeutically, gemstones release unwanted energies from the patient's body and aura. In time, these unwanted energies collect on the surface of gemstones, as well as in the energy field that surrounds each of them. Much like the clutter on a desk, these unwanted energies get in the way of the gemstones' healing powers, and the stones must be cleansed.
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"
Investing In Alexandrite Gemstones (10 Jul 2011) Most of the gem lovers have, at some point or the other, must have heard of the natural color changing Alexandrite gemstone. It is one of the rarest natural gemstones found which possesses a beautiful characteristic of color change, i.e. it shows a different color in morning light and another color in evening light or candle light. This phenomenon along with rarity makes it very valuable
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
Loose Gemstones - Hobby For the Collector, Bounty For the Investor (21 Jul 2011) From the different times they were discovered, gemstones have enthralled millions of people with their sparkling or matt-finished brilliance, as well as their unique, captivating colors. Although it was but natural that gemstones would eventually find pride of place in jewelry-making, some people find the collection of loose gemstones, particularly diamond gemstones, as an exciting hobby, while others find them as an excellent investment opportunity with lucrative, earning potential, over a period of time.
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.
NATURAL COLOUR DIAMONDS (11 Feb 2008) Informative article that tells you about the various kinds of diamonds: white, blue, green, red...
Natural Padparadscha Sapphire (24 Oct 2010) Padparadscha (also spelled padparadschah) is a pink-orange sapphire or corundum, with a low to medium saturation and light tone. The name derives from the Sinhalese word for lotus blossom.
Pink Diamonds - The Rarest Diamonds in the World (30 Aug 2010) Pink diamonds are one of the most expensive and rarest diamonds. Although diamonds do come in different colors Pink is the rarest type which makes them even more of a girl's best friend. The Darya-i-Nur which is the largest pink diamond in the world weighs in at an amazing 185 carats.
Platinum and Diamonds - Why the Finished Product is So Desirable (15 Nov 2008) Diamonds are gemstones which look fantastic with many different metals and in various settings. The combination of platinum and diamonds exudes a finished product which is classy, shiny and brilliant in nature. Whether one is shopping for an engagement diamond ring, bridal set for both the future bride and groom or simply a fine piece of jewelry, an item which combines both platinum and diamonds is sure to please.
Rubies and Sapphires - Their Hidden Secrets! (01 May 2010) What is a 'fine' ruby? What is the 'best' blue? These questions have one simple answer: How do YOU see or feel about your stone? If your first instinct or reaction is "This is amazing - it's so gorgeous!" Well, to you, your gem is fine, the 'best', and a treasure you'll hold on to for perhaps forever!
