The Different Species Of Garnet
There are quite a lot of species of Garnet and it can be confusing sometimes, so here’s an article that explains the different types as[…]
Garnet Gemstones, From Burgundy Red To Blue-green Teal
Garnets are nature’s little color chameleons. When we think about garnets, most of us picture that deep red, almost burgundy hue. But surprise! These stones[…]
Peridot, The Green Gemstone For August
Peridot, known as the birthstone for August, has a charm that’s hard to miss. This vibrant green gem has captivated minds and spirits for centuries,[…]
Opal, The Pacific Gemstone
Opal isn’t just any gemstone; this birthstone of October is Mother Nature’s art piece straight from the Pacific depths. This stone, renowned for its mesmerizing[…]
The Radiant Ruby: A Gemstone Of Royalty And Romance
If you’re drawn to the world of gemstones, rubies are likely a fascination you can’t ignore. I’m going to introduce you to this striking gemstone[…]
Gem: The Definitive Visual Guide
“Gem: The Definitive Visual Guide“, by DK (Dorling Kindersley) with a foreword by Aja Raden is an in-depth exploration of gemstones, delving into their history,[…]
The Banjarmasin Diamond – From Borneo To Amsterdam
The Banjarmasin Diamond – From Borneo to Amsterdam Weighing 38.23 carats, the Banjarmasin Diamond is one of the largest diamonds found in Southern Borneo. To[…]
Diamonds And The Armada Portrait Of Elizabeth I
If you look carefully at the Armada Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I (1533-1603), you will see that she has adorned herself with, besides an estimated[…]
Analyses Of Emeralds From Pakistan And Afghanistan
Emeralds from various regions of Pakistan (Chitral, Swat and Khaltaro) and Afghanistan were compared and thanks to their unique characteristics it has been concluded that[…]
17th Century Pointed/Facetted Diamond Rings
Just a short Did You Know article about the early diamond cuts in Europe. In the 17th century there are examples of some quite curious[…]