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The Mythology of the Amethyst: This Gemstone's Place in Antiquity is Testament to its Unique Colour

By: Sarah Todd

How to Choose Diamond Jewelry: Using the Four Cs to Select Gemstones

By: Molly Markey

3,000 Carat Diamond - History of the Cullinan: How Cullinans Gemstone Was Made Into Radiant Cut Diamonds

By: Martin Bell

May's Birthstone – The Enchanting Emerald: The Elegant Green Gem Treasured by Kings and Queens for Centuries

By: Deanna Lynn Sletten

January's Birthstone the Red Garnet: Powerful, Mystical Gemstone Treasured throughout the Centuries

By: Deanna Lynn Sletten

February's Birthstone the Amethyst: Royal Purple Gem Full of History, Healing and Magic

By: Deanna Lynn Sletten

Buying Beads at Gemstone and Mineral Shows: Guide to Purchasing and Jewelry-Making Events

By: Feature Writer Maire Loughran

Alluring Amethyst: The Purple Gemstone is the Most Valued Member of the Quartz Family

By: Sarah Todd

Romantic Rubies: Ruby Gemstones Make Perfect Engagement Rings

By: Sarah Todd

The Mythology of the Ruby: The Red Gemstone Symbolic of Passion and Devotion

By: Sarah Todd

Exquisite Emeralds: A Top Grade Emerald is More Valuable Than a Diamond.

By: Sarah Todd

How to Choose a Quality Diamond: Simple Guide to Buying Diamonds

By: Julia Wooldridge

Buy Diamonds Certified to International Standard: Diamond Certification Verifies the Quality of Your Diamond

By: Jo Jackson

The Mythology of the Emerald: A Brief History of the Precious Green Gemstone

By: Sarah Todd

Gemstones More Valuable Than Diamonds: Rare Properties That Make Some Natural Gems Highly Prized

By: Cheryl Kraynak

The World's Largest Blue Diamonds: Learn What Makes These Rare Gemstones So Special

By: Cheryl Kraynak

December Birthstone Tanzanite: Purple Blue Gemstone Provides Balance, Eases Stress, Aids Insight

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

December Birthstone Zircon: Blue, Gold, Colorless Zircon a Stone of Wisdom, Humor and Prosperity

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

December Birthstone Turquoise: Sky Blue Gemstone Prized by the Aztec, Egyptians, Native Americans

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

November Birthstone Topaz: Yellow, Blue or Colorless Stone of Strength, Touched by the Sun God

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

November Birthstone Citrine: Golden Yellow Gemstone Mistaken for Topaz a Symbol of Joy, Loyalty

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

August Birthstone Sardonyx: Red and White Banded Onyx Considered the Stone of Courage

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

June Birthstone Alexandrite: Green and Red Color Changing Gem Named for Russian Tsar Alexander

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

March Birthstone Bloodstone: Heliotrope or Martyr's Stone Flecked with Blood of Jesus Christ

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

January Birthstone Garnet: Gem of All Seasons Used in Bronze Age Jewelry, Science and Industry

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

February Birthstone Amethyst: Violet Quartz Crystal Worn by Catholic Bishops, Catherine the Great

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

October Birthstone Tourmaline: Gemstone of the Rainbow Carries Electric Charge Used in Healing

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

October Birthstone Opal: Rainbow Silica Gemstone Said to Bring Luck, Creativity, Love

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

June Birthstone Moonstone: Shimmering White and Multicolored Gem Brings Love, Balance, Peace

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

History of Birthstone Jewelry: Ancient Traditions Link Gemstones with Months and Astrology Signs

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

Star, Padparadscha and Other Sapphire Varieties: Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink, Orange, and Color-Changing Sapphire

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

September Birthstone Sapphire: Royal Blue Gem an Emblem of Eternal Love, Peace, Faithfulness, Trust

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

August Birthstone Peridot: Cleopatra's Favorite Green "Sun Stone" Prized in Rings, Earrings

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

July Birthstone Ruby: King of Gems Worn in Engagement & Coronation Rings

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

Cultured Pearl Types and Varieties: Freshwater, Akoya, South Sea and Black Tahitian Pearls

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

June Birthstone Pearl: Organic Gem Loved in Bridal Jewelry, Necklaces, Bracelets, Earrings

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

May Birthstone Emerald: Green Beryl Gemstone Prized for Engagement Rings, Jewelry

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

March Birthstone Aquamarine: Blue Semi-Precious Stone a Blessing to Sailors, Travel, Marriage

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

History and Mystery: The Infamous Hope Diamond: The Story Behind One of the World’s Most Famous and Beautiful Gems

By: Jenny Ashford

How to Tell Moissanite and Real Diamonds Apart: Even the Experts Can Be Fooled, Leaving Fraud a Real Possibility

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

Moissanite Gemstone is a Perfect Bargain Diamond: Simulated Diamond So Realistic, It Can Fool Expert Jewelers

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

Cubic Zirconia is a Synthetic Bargain Diamond: Artificial Diamond Used in Rings, Pendants, Bracelets, Earrings

By: Feature Writer Victoria Anisman-Reiner

What is a Certified Diamond? The Facts on EGL and GIA Diamond Certification

By: Feature Writer Jenna Galley

A Brief Guide to Diamonds: The Diamond Standard of Cut and the Four Cs

By: Feature Writer Jenna Galley

Tsavorite: The Gemstone Also Known as the Green Garnet

By: Jim Henvick

Beyond Traditional White Diamonds: Inexpensive High Quality Stones

By: Sarah Spiker

Diamond Substitutes: Duplicate the Look of This Precious Gemstone on a Budget

By: Feature Writer Maire Loughran

Buying Conflict-Free Diamonds: Where To Find Traceable Stones That Don’t Fund War

By: Sarah Stefanson

How to Evaluate Diamond Color: Colorless Diamonds are Extremely Valuable

By: Feature Writer Maire Loughran

September is for Sapphires: This Precious Gemstone Occurs Naturally in an Array of Colors.

By: Jill Arnel

The Fifth C of Buying a Gemstone: Cost Along With Cut, Carat, Clarity, and Color is a Consideration

By: Feature Writer Maire Loughran

Diamonds: Choosing the Best Stone For Your Purpose

By: Sandra Webster

What Your Birthstone Means: Personalize Christmas Gifts With Birthstone Jewelry

By: Gina Hartoog

Buying the Perfect Diamond: A Guide to Getting the Best Diamond For Your Money

By: Rocio Hunt

Peridot is the Gemstone for August: Find Out How to Purchase and Care for This Luminous Green Jewelry

By: Feature Writer Maire Loughran

August's Birthstone, the Peridot: Rumor Has it that Peridot Was Cleopatra’s Favorite Gemstone

By: Jill Arnel

Rubies, July's Red Birthstone: Only Red Corundum Yields the Precious Ruby

By: Jill Arnel

June Has Three Birthstones: Pearl, Moonstone and Alexandrite Give the June-Born a Choice.

By: Jill Arnel

Amazing Alexandrite Gemstone: The Color Shifting Gemstone for Those Born in June

By: Feature Writer Maire Loughran

Birthstones for June: Pearl, Moonstone and Alexandrite Gemstones for Gemini and Cancer

By: Feature Writer Maire Loughran

Stylish Cushion-Cut Gems: Big, Bold Gemstone Jewelry Captures the Eye and the Imagination

By: Kathy Shaskan

Jewellry, Don't be Fooled by Fakes: Only a Real Expert Can Detect Today's Fake Gemstones

By: Feature Writer Mari Nicholson

Third Eye and Crown Chakra Jewelry: Two Chakra Energy Centers located at the Top of the Body

By: Feature Writer Maire Loughran

Wear Chakra Gemstone Jewelry: Those for the Root/Base, Solar Plexus, Sacral and Heart Chakras

By: Feature Writer Maire Loughran

Aquamarine Gemstone For March: This Variety of Beryl is Shaded from Blue to Blue-Green

By: Feature Writer Maire Loughran

Choose Romantic Diamond Jewelry: Learn About The Symbols And Meanings Used In Fine Gemstone Jewelry

By: Kim DeLeary

How to Choose a Diamond: The Essential Four C's of Rating Diamonds

By: Johneen Manning

Amethyst - Gemstone for February: Beautiful purple birthstone for those born in February

By: Feature Writer Maire Loughran

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