Diamonds are valued and prized for their rarity, but they aren’t the rarest gemstones in the world. There are several gemstones that are even rarer. Each has a history behind it, and can inspire completely different reactions when seen. Here are nine of the rarest gemstones on Earth: Red Beryl Red beryl is also known…

Pearls, romantically referred to as teardrops from the moon, have long been revered for their beauty and unique entrance into the world. They are formed by molluscs when an irritant gets stuck in their shells. Layer upon layer of a fluid called nacre are then formed around the irritant as a defence mechanism by the…

Whether you are looking for an engagement ring or gift for another special occasion, creating a unique and breathtaking piece is the perfect way to show your love. This guide will go through the biggest gemstone setting options for rings to help you begin your journey to ring perfection. Solitaire or Prong Setting: This is…

Although none can deny the intense beauty and sparkle of a diamond, there are other gemstones out there worth looking into! Are gemstones rarer than diamonds? The fact is that diamonds are not even the rarest among gemstones. There are so many rare gems (many more than this list), some may be familiar, and others…

  Typically, a gemstone is priced by carat weight. But the price varies greatly between gemstones. Beyond that, colour, clarity, cut, polish, size, demand, and treatments are among other facets that are taken into consideration when applying value to a gemstone. There are many gems that are more valuable than diamonds. Emeralds, sapphires, rubies, garnets,…

Expensive gems are often thought to be diamonds, rubies, emeralds, sapphires and so on. But there are many other types of precious gems, some that you may have never heard of because they are so rare and expensive! Here is a list of the world’s most expensive gemstones. Tanzanite: This colour-changing gem has a blue…

Hollywood versions of gem heists are extremely popular, but make the task look much easier than it really is. Gem heists require a severe amount of engineering and planning. When a heist is successful, the perpetrators walk away with gems that will produce large sums of money. The thieves are, however, usually caught and the…

When you think of gemstones, what comes to mind? Most likely it’s images of deep red rubies, cool emeralds and sapphires, and likely thoughts of beauty and elegance, too. But there’s actually a lot more to these stones, and it’s something that goes far beyond their outward appearances. We’re talking about the healing properties of…

Gemstones have fascinated humankind since the beginning of our existence with their colouring, luminescence, and overall brilliance. Whether you’ve had an interest in gemstones for years or you’re just getting into gemology, there’s a lot to learn. One of the areas that many people have questions about is the optical properties of these stones. By…

by Batholith The reproduction diamond – something that is considered okay if the woman is aware of it, but thought to be the ultimate insult when she believes it to be real.  Cubic zirconia, which are simply man-made diamonds certainly do not hold the same value is the ones crafted by Mother Nature, so you…

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A beautiful gift for a loved one is a piece of birthstone jewellery, whether that is a ring, a set of earrings or a statement necklace. However, the birthstones have meanings that go beyond their beautiful colours. Some people enjoy giving the birthstone specifically for its meaning, regardless if the wearer of the gift was…