Diamonds dominated auctions and markets last spring. In 2015 the value of diamonds declined when prices, depending on the size and quality of Read more [...]

An exclusive interview for "The World of Gems" with an expert on Uruguayan Amethysts, Carlos Espejo What a beautiful country Uruguay is! I've Read more [...]

Columbia is the exporter of top quality Emeralds, my experience buying an Emerald in Columbia was very interesting! My dentist, Jackie, is Read more [...]

What to look for when choosing a Ruby? I am hesitant to attack this monumental gemstone. This gem is considered by experts and jewellery professionals Read more [...]

When we think of opals, our thoughts wander immediately to Australia. It which remains the benchmark for countries of these magnificent stones; Read more [...]

To make a diamond brilliant, there is only one small step - a very special cut! It has long been known that a specific cut could display this Read more [...]

If you love gemstones, you have probably noticed that some stones have the AAA classification. But what exactly does this mean? The "A's" - Read more [...]

A new star among the opals! Much is known about the opals from Australia, but in recent years a new Opal has stolen the show; the Welo Opal! Read more [...]

Maybe it is not love at first sight, but andalusite is a beauty that can be surely recognized at a second glance. Once andalusite has captured Read more [...]

Gemstones have some interesting optical effects called 'phenomena' by gemologists. There is one special effect that stands out to me, it exerts Read more [...]