31May 2018 Why Choose a Topaz?
Topaz is one of the oldest precious stones known
The origin of the name Topaz is not very clear. The name could derive from the term "tapas" Read more [...]
Monthly Archives: May 2018
24May 2018 Alexandrite, Moonstone & Pearl – June birthstone extravaganza
Those of us born in the month of June are hopefully aware that the month is well supplied with birthstone choices. There are three to be Read more [...]
22May 2018 Colombian Emeralds: are they not for Colombians?
Colombian Emeralds
The Colombian Emeralds... Are they not for Colombians?
Colombia is the exporter of Emeralds par excellence. My experience Read more [...]
18May 2018 Gemstones in Literature
Magic and mystery: the fascinating world of gems
Gemstones play a remarkably rich role in our everyday life, although we are often not aware Read more [...]
15May 2018 A Diamond in the Sky named Lucy
In the 2013 Jim Jarmusch film 'Only Lovers Left Alive', Tilda Swinton's character speaks about BPM 37093 - a crystallized white Read more [...]
14May 2018 Eternity Rings and Eternal Love
The origin of Eternity Rings
Eternity rings. Have you heard a lot about these famous rings? You probably know of them or even have some Read more [...]
10May 2018 Bolivianita/Ametrine: between the ancient myth and the current success
A natural multi-coloured stone
The Bolivianita aka Ametrine is a precious gemstone that clearly shows two different colours: violet and yellow, Read more [...]
08May 2018 New Ways to Invest in Gemstone Jewellery
New ways to invest in gemstone jewellery
Gold and gemstone jewellery are traditionally a way of investing in products whose value does not diminish Read more [...]
02May 2018 Emerald-gemstone of Love, Re-Birth and Children of May
Emerald is the gemstone of Love, Re-Birth and the children of May! There seems to be some kind of bling magic in the blueish green, to green, members Read more [...]