The Truth Behind Gemstone Certifications
Have you ever heard that a stone is “certified” and wonder what this means? Whether you’re looking at a beautiful sapphire or … Read more
The Questions Some Gemstone Dealers Wish You Wouldn’t Ask
An educated consumer is a gemstone vendor’s best kind of customer. You have taken the time to investigate the types of gemstones … Read more
Buyer Beware: 8 Tips on Purchasing Fine Gemstones Online
Purchasing gemstones online can be more complicated and difficult than purchasing in person, but purchasing in person means visiting a retail store … Read more
Is it ‘Real’? The Differences between Natural, Synthetic and Imitation Gemstones
It can be difficult, when making jewelry or gemstone purchases, to decipher the terminology used to describe the origins of a gemstone. … Read more
Deciphering Your Gemstone Certificate
What is a Gemstone Certificate? A gemstone certificate can be a wonderful comparative tool. But what exactly is a “cert” and why … Read more
Finding Your Gem Dealer: Where and How to Look
Are you in the market for a gemstone? How can you be sure that you are dealing with a reputable company? Are … Read more