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 		Buying Beads at Gemstone and Mineral Shows
Picking out gemstone beads in person gives the jewelry maker a chance to compare quality, shape and color. Find out where and how to attend gemstone and mineral events.
Diamond Substitutes
Diamonds are very expensive. Cost-conscious shoppers can use a fabulous fake instead.
How to Evaluate Diamond Color
Diamond color is judged on a letter scale established by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). The scale ranges from D to Z.
The Fifth C of Buying a Gemstone
Many articles about buying gemstones discuss the 4Cs:cutting style, caret weight, clarity and color. As important in the purchasing process is the cost.
Peridot is the Gemstone for August
Lustrous green peridot is August's gemstone and the birthstone for those born under the zodiacal sign of Leo.
Amazing Alexandrite Gemstone
Learn about Alexandrite, the rare, expensive, color-shifting gemstone for those born in the month of June.
Birthstones for June
If one's birthday is in June, learn about the three traditional choices for jewelry.
Third Eye and Crown Chakra Jewelry
Learn which gemstones are used in Chakra jewelry for the Third Eye and Crown energy centers. Also discussed is how to cleanse Chakra jewelry.
Wear Chakra Gemstone Jewelry
Many people have a firm belief in the therapeutic value of gemstones and their ability to balance the Chakras. One way to achieve balance is to wear Chakra jewelry.
Aquamarine Gemstone For March
Aquamarine is the gemstone of March and for those born under the zodiacal sign of Cancer
Amethyst - Gemstone for February
Amethyst is the birthstone for those born in February and is the zodiacal gemstone for Aquarius.
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 		Caring for Opal Jewelry
Opals are nature's fireworks in a stone but as gems go, they do need to be handled with special care to avoid scratching or breaking.
Opal: Essential Buying Tips
The world's most colorful gemstone, the opal, is meant to be worn now with long-term investment potential if chosen -- and cared for -- well.
Considering a Moissanite Engagement Ring?
Moissanite is a human-made material which may or may not be an effective and convincing substitute for a natural diamond.
The Mythology of the Sapphire
In ancient times the gift of a sapphire was a promise of honesty, loyalty, purity and trust. Today the sapphire is one of the most popular engagement gemstones.
What is the Culet of a Brilliant Cut Diamond?
The culet is the 58th facet of a brilliant cut. In an ideal cut diamond, the culet is invisible to the eye at the base of the pavilion and hidden in the stone's setting.
What is the Girdle of a Brilliant Cut Diamond?
The diamond girdle is a thin part of the cut gem that affects the size, shape and strength of the stone. Ideal cut diamonds have 0.5 to 3.0% girdle thickness.
Gemstone Hardness Befits Everlasting Jewelry
A gemstone's ability to withstand daily wear in jewelry without damage is significant and will affect value. Generally, a harder gemstone will endure best.
Mohs Scale Rates Mineral and Gemstone Hardness
Scratch hardness testing may be used to identify gems and minerals, as well as to determine overall material durability and suitability for jewelry.
Gorgeous Green Gems for Jewelry
If you adore emerald green, you are in luck; Mother Nature provides exquisite natural gemstones suitable for green ring, pendant, bracelet, necklace and earring jewelry.
Ten Gems for Valentine Gifts
Splendid, pink and red gemstones as Valentines Day gifts will please and delight beloved sweethearts, taking into account individual style, preference, and budget.
How to Buy a Wedding Ring or Engagement Ring
The 4 Cs of diamonds have a direct impact on the price a buyer can expect to pay for a wedding ring or engagement ring. The 4 C's can help ensure the quality of a ring.
Cleaning and Maintenance of Diamonds at Home
In case you love diamonds and do own a few, it is important that you learn to clean and maintain them meticulously so that they never tend to lose their original sparkle.
What Are Hearts and Arrows Diamonds?
Hearts and Arrows diamonds, created by Japanese cutters in 1970-80s and now regarded as the ultimate in luxury, are superior to other contemporary diamond cuts.
Transcendent Tanzanite: A Most Unique Gemstone
Hailed as "the gemstone of the century" when it was discovered in 1967, tanzanite is today among the most coveted of all precious stones.
Why Don't You Buy That Diamond for Your Bride?
Majority of people who buy a lot of diamonds know how to buy them really cheap - almost at a fraction of the price normally ascribed to that perpetually glittering stone
Splendid Sapphires: Gemstone of Prosperity
Although blue is the colour usually associated with sapphires, this gemstone is available in several different colours and a variety of different styles.
The Mythology of the Amethyst
Considered a stone of friendship, the amethyst is said to protect its wearer against seduction and evil spirits, as well as enhancing clarity of the mind.
How to Choose Diamond Jewelry
Diamonds can be characterized by carat, clarity, color, and cut. Use these four features to evaluate diamond quality when purchasing valuable jewelry.
3,000 Carat Diamond - History of the Cullinan
In 1905, the Cullinan diamond was found in South Africa. It weighed over 3,000 carats (1.3 pounds), and was cut into the "Star of Africa" and 8 other high carat diamonds.
May's Birthstone – The Enchanting Emerald
The emerald has been enchanting royalty since Cleopatra for over 4,000 years with its beauty as well as its healing properties and mystical powers.
January's Birthstone the Red Garnet
The red garnet has been worn for centuries not only for its beauty but for its healing and magical powers as well as its powers of love.
February's Birthstone the Amethyst
The amethyst has been the gemstone of choice of royalty and religious leaders for centuries as well as being a stone that holds magical and healing powers.
Alluring Amethyst: Affordable Precious Gemstone
Amethyst, together with the diamond, ruby, emerald and sapphire is traditionally classified as one of the five cardinal - most valuable - gemstones.
Romantic Rubies: Gemstone of Royalty and Passion
No gemstone is as symbolic of love as the ruby. A ruby is the ideal way to demonstrate love and passion. A perfect ruby is more valuable than any other gemstone.
The Mythology of the Ruby
Throughout history the ruby has been celebrated as the most prized of all gemstones. There are many cultural references supporting our recognition of this priceless gem.
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