Gemstones
Latest Feature Articles
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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.
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Diamond Substitutes
Diamonds are very expensive. Cost-conscious shoppers can use a fabulous fake instead.
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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.
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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.
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Birthstones for June
If one's birthday is in June, learn about the three traditional choices for jewelry.
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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.
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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.
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