How are emeralds formed? Emeralds are famous for their color and beauty, but how did Mother Nature cook up these little green wonders? It’s a recipe calling for rare elements and earth-shaking events, and it changes from one exotic locale to the next. But there are key ingredients they all have in common. By the […]
In this article, we’re going to talk all about pearls. So, pearls have been revered for thousands of years across the globe. They’ve gone up and down in value with the advent of the culturing process, giving pearls availability to all sorts of people, not just the Cleopatras and Mark Antonys of the world. But […]
A lot of you have probably heard of 4 cs of diamonds, but you may have some unanswered questions. Why is color a factor when diamonds look colorless? Can you clarify clarity? What kinds of cuts are there? And what is the difference between carat, karat, and carrot? Today, we’re hoping to shed some light […]
Today we’re going to teach you how to identify an emerald. It is one of the most popular gemstones in the world. It’s one of the “big three” colored gemstones, along with Ruby and Sapphire, which means it is often imitated or synthesized. Today, I’m going to take you through some of the characteristics of […]
What better way to celebrate the natural beauty of a gemstone than by carving it up? Our history of engraving gemstones goes as far back as our history with gemstones themselves. Today, we’re going to look at some ancient engraving methods and how they differ from today’s techniques, as well as some of the coolest […]
The great playwright Tennessee Williams once wrote, “Luck is believing you’re lucky.” I think it’s easier to believe you’re lucky when you have a little lucky charm in your pocket or hanging around your neck. Good luck charms come in all shapes and sizes, from four-leaf clovers and pennies to rabbit’s feet and horseshoes. Today, […]
Color plays a crucial role in determining the value and identity of gemstones, but have you ever wondered why gemstones have such vibrant colors? How do gemstones get their color? The answer is more complex than you might think. How Do We Perceive Color? Let’s start by understanding how we perceive color. Our eyes are […]
Discover the fascinating gemstones of heaven in our latest post. From the prominent jasper to the symbolic pearls and golden streets, explore the unique imagery and meanings behind these heavenly treasures. Uncover the duality of God’s creation and delve into the captivating world of gemstones in various versions of the afterlife. Join us on this […]
It seems that throughout history, and in fiction, people have been searching for a way to live forever. For forever today, we’re gonna do a little bit of the same. And for us, that starts, as always, with gemstones. Could they play a part in creating a so-called elixir of life? And can they really […]
With a history and culture that stretches as far back as any on Earth, the lore of ancient China is broad and deep. Like many other civilizations, they had a healthy obsession with gemstones. Precious stones were used in carvings and became subjects of folklore and more in many aspects of Chinese history. Today, we’re […]
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