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A Show of Faith
During the Renaissance, goldsmiths produced a new style of marriage ring known as the gimmel ring, which has two hoops that fan open from a pivot in the Read the Rest...
posted on February 15th, 2012
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Inclusions
Inclusions are internal features of gemstones that may be comprised of either solids, liquids, or gasses that became entrapped in the crystals as they grew. Inclusions may also Read the Rest...
posted on January 15th, 2012
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Getting to Carat’s Roots
The word “carat” refers to diamond’s weight, not its size. The term is derived from carob, a popular chocolate substitute. In ancient times, merchants in the Mediterranean region, Read the Rest...
posted on December 15th, 2011
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The Magic Circle
As the hardest natural substance known, diamond has come to symbolize an eternal bond. From the Greek word adamas (or “unconquerable”), diamond was believed by the Greeks to Read the Rest...
posted on November 30th, 2011
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Topaz, the Fiery Gemstone
Topaz has a number of admirable qualities. To begin with, its name says a great deal – the word “topaz” is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit Read the Rest...
posted on October 29th, 2011
