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Spinel, August’s birthstone—is it the “next big gemstone?”
The spinel, August’s birthstone, may be on the cusp of high popularity. It’s still affordable, but has a brilliant red color that can rival a ruby.
Ka-ching! What affects the value of jewelry?
Learn the factors that can make your jewelry worth more, including quality, style, and origin.
The Ruby, July’s Birthstone, Blazes with Fire
The ruby, July’s birthstone, blazes with fire. These gems can be more expensive than diamonds. See how to buy ruby jewelry and their lore.
Celebrate Moonstone Magic with June’s Shimmery Birthstone
The moonstone, June’s birthstone, is a shimmery gemstone that creates beautiful jewelry.
Protect Your Jewelry from Chlorine—and Other Summer Warnings
Summer can be hazardous to your jewelry—especially chlorine sanitizers. Here are tips for keeping your fine pieces safe in the sun.
Jade, the Gem that Sparks Clarity of Mind and Purity of Spirit
While we associate jade with China, it’s steadily gained in popularity around the world for its beauty and the artistry of its carvers. What people call “jade” is actually two types of mineral: Nephrite gets its color from magnesium for muted colors ranging from light to dark green, yellow, brown, black, gray, and white. A […]
Off to the Emerald City—Celebrating May’s Birthstone, the Emerald
May’s birthstone, the emerald, is even more expensive than a diamond. See how to buy this gemstone and take care of your emerald jewelry.
Take Stock of What You’ve Got: Create your own jewelry inventory
Creating a personal jewelry inventory can help you document what you have, for insurance or estate purposes.
Diamonds—April’s Sparkling Birthstones—are Forever
Big girls need big diamonds.” —Elizabeth Taylor If you have an April birthday, you hit the birthstone jackpot. Diamonds are scarce, strong, and the stuff of dreams, full of fire and promise. Here are some things to know about this ultimate sparkler. The first known diamonds were found in India in the 4th century B.C. […]