Tag Archives: gemstones
Unusual Stones: Why Unconventional Stones Make the Greatest Gifts
Diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and sapphires are some of the most well-known gemstones in the world. After all, most royal figures have worn these gemstones as part of the decoration of their crown jewels and coronation robes for centuries. However, there are gemstones that are not quite as popular, but which are also extremely beautiful. Since(…) read more »
Looking Back at All of Your Years Together: Why Traditional Gemstones Commemorate Wedding Anniversaries
There are many different ways that we celebrate annual celebrations throughout the whole year with food, parties, and presents. When it comes to extremely important anniversary celebrations between two people we sometimes commemorate with much grander gifts such as exchanging gemstones between a couple on their wedding anniversary. How did this tradition begin and exactly(…) read more »
Diamonds Aren’t a Girl’s Best Friend: Why Diamonds Are Out and Colorful Stones Are In Style
Gone are the days when we used to hear the old saying, “diamonds are a girl’s best friend.” Today, colorful gemstones are becoming much more popular for any occasion from formal events, proposals and wedding rings, to every day wear. Here are the reasons why more women are opting for colorful jewels. Why diamonds have(…) read more »
How to Tell if Jewelry is Made of Real Metal and Gemstones
Whether you purchase jewelry from a store, a pawn shop, or at a real estate sale, you should be able to tell real precious metals and gemstones from the gold or silver plated metals and replicas. There are many different physical, element composition, and chemical tests to try to see if your jewelry is the(…) read more »
How Are Synthetic Gemstones Made And How Are They Different?
Nothing can really compare to the natural beauty of real gemstones that have been shaped and worn down by nature and later cut and polished to become beautiful jewels to wear or for decoration. However, it is common for more and more jewelers to sell synthetic gemstones to customers at a lower price than a(…) read more »
