I often think that onyx doesn't get the praise it deserves! It's such a versatile gemstone and pretty affordable to boot. Onyx is part of the quartz (agate) gem family,...
It's nearly the end of September and I've not even mentioned it's stunner of a birthstone - Sapphire! I think everyone is pretty familiar with blue gemstones as being sapphires...
Tourmaline or it's rather unattractive name of 'Borosilicate of Aluminium' is quite the rainbow stone... The gemstone was brought from Ceylon to Europe in the 18th Century by the Dutch. ...
This month's birthstone is Peridot, so fitting I always think with it's summery, fun-loving, distinct, bright green. The ancient Egyptians were so very fond of the yellowish-green gemstone they referred...
Are my pearls real? It's a good question and one I get asked frequently on valuations. Firstly let's address the word 'real'... The vast majority of pearls are cultured, this...
Well as you'll no doubt guess, I haven't timed this post for April the 1st for no reason! Diamonds being unbreakable is a popular misconception. Unfortunately diamonds can break -...
Pearls are the birthstone for June so it seems only fitting they get their own feature! Pearls are such a reliable jewellery staple, the world's most powerful and rich women...
We've been all about emeralds this month which is fitting as emerald is indeed May's birthstone. Traditionally it's been used as a symbol of fidelity, goodness and love.. and it's...
Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring We are back in Aquamarine territory, yes, March has this graceful blue as it’s birthstone. I’m not sure I’ve ever met anyone who doesn’t love...
Amethyst is the birthstone for February (and for the star-sign Pisces,) I think it’s fair to say most people are familiar with the purple quartz. Amethyst and Diamond Cocktail Ring...