Princess Cut, Round Cut, or Radiant Cut: What’s the Difference?
You’ve got your diamond and you’ve identified what type of metal you want to set it in. That’s great! Now it’s time … Read more
Cut and Color in Gemstones
The world of colored gemstones is enticing and beautiful. Minerals formed deep within the earth are brought to light and then expertly … Read more
From Pebble to Perfection: The transformation of a gemstone
What would you think if you saw this nondescript lump of brown on the side of the road? Would you even bother … Read more
Aquamarine – A Gemstone Cut and Colored for the Night
The value of Aquamarine gemstones is very much determined by their aesthetics. As with most gemstones the 4C’s of cut, color, carat, … Read more
The World of Emeralds Demystified
The world of precious emeralds is a captivating one. Known as the Stone of Venus and discovered in Cleopatra’s Mines in Egypt … Read more
Understanding the Four C’s
If you have ever shopped for a gemstone, you have no doubt encountered the Four C’s. The Four C’s were developed by ... Read more
More About Opals
Like most gem stones, glamorous opals are valued based on their color, cut, clarity and size, but the criteria for this jewel … Read more
Making the Cut
Gemstones are mined from the earth as rough crystals. Formed deep within the earth, heat and pressure cause minerals to crystallize in … Read more