A rare color for tourmaline, this stone looks a lot like a deeper Madeira citrine. I did some looking around online, and couldn’t find anything…
Long thought to be brown peridot, sinhalite was investigated in 1952 and found to be a new mineral. When cut, it is richly colored, bright, and attractive,…
A list of False or Misleading Gemstone Names and its Actual Gemological Name. Gathered by the source “Gemstones of the World, 3rd Edition, Walter…
A guide for the price of various gemstones that is based on various sources for commonly traded goods. However, gems are sold outside this range…
This year we asked our members for their impressions of the Tucson show. Here are their impressions. A little insight on the Tucson 2002 extravaganza.…
An overview on Quartz Jewelry and Gemstones. Covers details and essential information on the physical properties and characteristics of a Quartz…
What are the birthstones by month? January is garnet, February is amethyst, March is aquamarine, April is diamond, May is emerald, June is alexandrite,…