Gemstones & Pearls

(BURLINGTON, VT.) - A breakthrough in gemstone science has arrived with the introduction of Young’s Durability Scale, a comprehensive new...

For centuries, the story of spinel sparkled quietly in the shadows of history, eclipsed by the legendary allure of rubies....

Rhodochrosite, with its enchanting shades ranging from soft blush pinks to deep, vivid reds, stands as one of the mineral...

Lapis lazuli is a notable metamorphic rock distinguished by its vivid blue coloration, often featuring golden inclusions of pyrite and...

They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. That sounds about right. Who goes through all the trouble of...

Jewelers and designers often have the same goal in mind when they do business. They both want to offer something...

Inflation, tariffs and rising costs of the “big three” (ruby, sapphire and emerald) are some of the leading factors that...

It has been rightly stated that tourmaline occurs in every color of the rainbow. This often-overlooked member of the gemstone...

Who was J.R. Sauer? The world of gemstones has witnessed numerous transformative moments, but one of the most significant came...

Every gemstone crystal that an artist holds is full of promise. With some stones, it’s not always possible to see...