tourmaline

Winning jewelry pieces from AGTA Spectrum Awards 2025.

AGTA Spectrum Awards 2025: Winners & Highlights

Gem Events, Jewelry Design, Trade News /

Summary The AGTA Spectrum Awards 2025 celebrated outstanding jewelry design and gemstone artistry in Dallas. More than 300 entries competed for top honors. Moreover, tourmaline, sapphires, garnets, and carvings defined this year’s trends. Interestingly, six first-time winners stood out, and women designers earned recognition through the Alfie Norville Women in Excellence Awards. Introduction to the […]

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A vivid gemstone showing brilliant facets that enhance its deep color and sparkle.

Gemstone Cut Color Durability: How Cut Shapes a Gem’s Beauty

Gemology, Gemstone Fashioning, Jewelry Buying Tips /

Summary:A gemstone’s color and durability depend greatly on its cut. This guide explains how gemstone cut color durability is linked through light behavior, windowing, extinction, and expert craftsmanship. Introduction When it comes to gemstones, gemstone cut color durability are inseparable. The way a gem is cut decides how it reflects light, displays color, and resists

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A rainbow-colored collection of tourmaline crystals showcasing shades of pink, green, blue, black, and brown.

Tourmaline Colours: The Full Rainbow Explained

Gemology, Gemstone Education /

Summary Tourmaline colours cover the full spectrum, from black Schorl and golden Dravite to rainbow Elbaite and rare colourless Achroite. Learn how to identify each type and buy wisely. Introduction Tourmaline colours are often misunderstood. Most people think of only pink or green stones. However, the tourmaline family is much more diverse, offering a full

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