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Demantoid Horsetail Inclusions

8/12/2023

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A magnificent horsetail inclusion within a demantoid garnet
During a microscopic "deep dive" into this cultured akoya pearl, demantoid and diamond ring, I was able to locate a prized "horsetail" inclusion within a demantoid!

What is a horsetail inclusion, you ask?  Read more to find out!

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Gem Spotlight: Padparadscha Sapphire

7/15/2023

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Padparadscha sapphire is a very rare variety of sapphire whose color is often described as sunset-colored.

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The Meaning Behind Mourning Jewelry

7/11/2023

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Georgian Era antique mourning brooch with blonde hair and jet surround.
Mourning jewelry's primary color is black, and is worn to mourn the loss of a loved one.

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Gem Spotlight: Emerald

7/10/2023

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A beautiful 2.73 ct. Natural Colombian Emerald centers this 18K gold and diamond ring.
Emerald is a magnificent green gem that has been appreciated for thousands of years.  The first known emerald mines were located in Egypt, Africa prior to 330 BC!

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Melo Pearls: What Are They and Why Are They So Valuable?

7/5/2023

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Melo melo pearls are amongst the rarest gems in the world.

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Gem Spotlight: Paraíba Tourmaline

7/4/2023

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In 1988, extremely saturated, vivid blue and green tourmalines were discovered in Paraíba, Brazil.

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The History of Suffragette Jewelry

7/3/2023

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Art Nouveau Era antique Suffragette necklace set with amethyst, seed pearl, and peridot
The Art Nouveau era was a relatively short period (c. 1895-1910) that produced some of the most unique, creative, and even risqué jewelry of all time.

Suffragette jewelry refers to jewelry worn by the suffragettes in the early 20th century.

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Quahog Pearl: New England's Purple Pearl

7/2/2023

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Quahog pearls (pronounced KO-hog) are extremely rare organic gems produced naturally by the bivalve clam, Venus mercenaria or Mercenaria mercenaria.

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The Beauty of Bi-color Sapphires

6/30/2023

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This magnificent 1.62 carat bi-color sapphire displays both yellow and blue hues!

Most people automatically think of the color blue when picturing a sapphire. However, sapphires occur naturally in many different colors, and can even display two colors within the same crystal.


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Asteriated Diamonds: what Are They?

6/29/2023

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A collection of extremely rare asteriated diamond slices
Asteriated diamonds are extremely rare diamonds that are sought after by collectors for their unique appearance.

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AN ART NOUVEAU ERA MASTERPIECE

2/24/2023

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Art Nouveau literally translates to new art, which describes this short, but sweet, jewelry period perfectly.

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Gem Spotlight: Trapiche Emerald

2/25/2021

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GRS 5.42 ct. natural Colombian trapiche emerald and trillion cut diamond three stone ring in platinum with 18K yellow gold claw prongs.
Trapiche emeralds are a rare variety of emerald named after a six-spoke cogwheel used in sugar cane mills (trapiche de cańa azucar in Spanish).

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Roses are Red, Sapphires are...Every Color!

2/17/2021

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1.89 ct. natural sapphire and 1.39 ctw diamond engagement ring in 18K white gold

Did you know that out of hundreds of gemstones that have been discovered, only 4 are considered "
precious gems"?  Precious gems include diamond, ruby, emerald, and...you guessed it... sapphire!

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Tanzanite: A Modern Classic

2/8/2021

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4.93 ct. fine blue tanzanite cushion and trillion cut diamond 3-stone platinum ring

Tanzanite is a beautiful gem found in only 1 location on earth: the Merelani hills of northern Tanzania.

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Greek Icon: Ilias Lalaounis

2/7/2021

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Ilias Lalaounis 18K gold hammer beaten ring

The late, great Ilias Lalaounis was an iconic Greek goldsmith whose work was internationally-renowned.

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