Gemstones

Brazilian colored gemstones for jewelry designers

Brazilian Colored Gemstones: 2025 Jewelry Designer Guide

Brazil, Gemstones, Jewelry, Jewelry Design /

Summary Discover the top Brazilian colored gemstones in this 2025 guide for jewelry designers. Learn about emeralds, Paraíba tourmalines, aquamarines, and quartz gems. Explore their origins, price ranges, uses in jewelry, and market insights. This guide blends practical tips for designers with proven results and authoritative references, helping you create unique and valuable gemstone jewelry. […]

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Oscar Heyman 2025 Holiday Catalog featuring handcrafted gemstone masterpieces.

Oscar Heyman 2025 Holiday Catalog: Gemstone Masterpieces

Gemstones, Jewelry, Luxury Brands, New Launches /

Summary The Oscar Heyman 2025 Holiday Catalog highlights the brand’s mastery in colored gemstone jewelry. Additionally, it features over 100 unique pieces handcrafted in its Madison Avenue workshop. Printed copies were sent to partner retailers across the U.S., and now the digital edition is available on the Oscar Heyman website. A New Chapter in American

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hidden value in old cut rubies shown in vintage cushion ruby ring.

Hidden Value in Old Cut Rubies – Why Grandma’s Gem Matters

Gemstones, Jewelry Investment, Old Cuts,, Rubies, Vintage Jewelry /

Table of Contents Introduction The hidden value in old cut rubies often surprises families. Many inherit a cushion or European cut ruby and immediately consider recutting. However, pausing to evaluate the gem first can reveal hidden benefits. In fact, preserving the original cut often increases both historical significance and market value. Additionally, collectors consistently pay

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Buying gemstones online — gemstone colors on screen vs reality

Buying Gemstones Online: Avoid the Screen Color Mistake

Buying Guides, Gemstones, Jewelry Tips, Online Shopping /

Table of Contents Buying gemstones online can be risky, as screens distort colors, photos are often enhanced with lighting, and weak return policies leave buyers unprotected. Understanding these risks helps you shop smarter and avoid costly mistakes in online gemstone purchases. Why gemstone colors appear different when buying online A ruby may look vivid on

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Tucson Gem Show 2025 visitors exploring gems and minerals in Arizona

Tucson Gem Show 2025 – World’s Largest Gem & Mineral Event

Gem Shows, Gemstones, Jewelry Events, Mineral Collecting, Trade Fairs /

The Tucson Gem Show 2025 is the world’s largest gem and mineral event. Each February, Tucson, Arizona welcomes more than 65,000 visitors from 40+ countries. Dealers, collectors, miners, and jewelry designers gather to showcase everything from rare diamonds to museum-grade fossils. What Makes Tucson Gem Show 2025 Special The Tucson Gem Show is not a

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Perfect gemstone for you—emerald ring matching skin tone and style

Perfect Gemstone for You: How to Buy Stones You’ll Actually Wear

Gem Buying Guide, Gemstones, Jewelry Tips, Lifestyle Jewelry /

Choosing a gemstone isn’t just about rarity or flawless clarity. You need the perfect gemstone for you—one that fits your style, skin tone, and lifestyle. The key is prioritizing your personal needs over market trends. A stone may appear flawless on paper. Yet if the color clashes with your skin tone, or the size is

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Emerald gemstone ring symbolizing clarity, focus, and wisdom — not instant wealth — reflecting realistic expectations for gemstone wearers.

Emerald Gemstone Expectations – Why It Won’t Make You Rich

Astrology & Gems, Emerald, Gemstones, Jewellery Education /

Many buyers have emerald gemstone expectations that go far beyond reality. They wear an emerald ring for a week and wait for instant riches. But gemstones are not magic wands. They are supportive tools that work over time, aligning with your effort and persistence. What an Emerald Gemstone Really Does But remember: “The emerald is

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Why is that tiny rock so expensive – gemstone rarity, condition, aesthetics, provenance explained

Why Is That Tiny Rock So Expensive? Gemstone Price Factors

Buying Guides, Gemstones, Jewellery Education /

When you see a small gem with a huge price tag, the question comes naturally: why is that tiny rock so expensive? The answer lies in four price drivers—rarity, condition, aesthetics, and provenance. Rarity Creates Value The rarer a gemstone, the higher the cost. Less than 1% of mined diamonds qualify for fine jewelry. A

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