Fabulous Facts About Sapphires
Few gems are considered as regal and magical as sapphires—the royal gemstone and September’s birthstone. Here are some fun and fabulous facts about sapphires, courtesy of GIA. Blue sapphire is a [...]
Learn about March’s Birthstone, the Aquamarine
Happy birthday March babies! Your official birthstone is not only beautiful, it’s full of history and mythology. Here are some interesting facts about your birthstone, the aquamarine. In addition to being [...]
Seven Interesting Facts About Emeralds
With St. Patty’s Day coming up, let’s take a closer look at “Ireland’s gemstone, the stunning green emerald, courtesy of MyIrishJeweler.com. The Irish poet, William Drennan, is credited with first coining [...]
Learn about Calming Amethyst
Amethyst, the birthstone for Pisces and the month of February, is said to have calming qualities. In addition to being the official birthstone for February, amethyst is also the gemstone for [...]
Celebrate Rubies — July’s Birthstone!
Happy Birthday, July babies! To celebrate your summer birthstone, we’re paying tribute to the romantic and luxurious ruby. Read on for fun and interesting facts about rubies: Ruby is the birthstone [...]
Six Steps to a Successful Estate Jewelry Sale
Thinking about selling your estate jewelry? It can be a daunting task, especially if you have an emotional attachment to some (or all) of the jewelry. Before you decide, read these [...]
Fun and Interesting Facts About Diamonds — Take the Quiz!
If you’re lucky enough to have been born in April, you get to claim the diamond as your birthstone. Whether you have an April birthday or not, this glamorous gemstone is [...]
Understanding Gemstones — Before You Buy or Sell
Valentine’s Day is on the heart and mind, and nothing says romance like a romantic red ruby or regal purple amethyst. Various gemstones make popular gifts, but before you buy a [...]
Celebrate Autumn with Gemstones in the Colors of Fall
The beautiful oranges, reds and yellows of falling leaves conjure up many feelings and memories of fall leaves — sunsets over the mountains, pumpkins and cornucopias. In celebration of autumn, take [...]
Looking at the Origin of Opals
Happy Birthday October babies! In celebration of October’s magical and mysterious birthstone, the opal, let’s take a look at some interesting and rare facts about the origin and value of opals. [...]