Colombian emeralds have always been at the forefront of emeralds, but there is a new contender in the mix. These African stones obviously have many similarities as they are still emeralds, but there are some differences due to the origin.
Since the start of culturing pearls in the early 1900s, Akoya Pearls have been very popular in jewelry. Other cultured pearls such as Tahitian, South Sea and Freshwater Pearls have all found their place in the jewelry market as well.
As much as rose cuts did in the past few years, the marquise cut diamonds are making a huge comeback especially when it comes to custom pieces and designers. Described as a the football-shaped cut but also the navette, a…
The rose cut cut diamonds are some of the oldest and most unique cuts to be found in jewelry. While their popularity drastically decreased over the last decades, they have recently made a comeback in jewelry trends more than ever.
Considered as one of the most beautiful diamond shapes, the emerald cut was born out of the first cutting style for diamonds. Known to enhance color, emerald cuts can also be found for other gemstones.
Known for their beautiful coral like colors, the Conch pearl has been used in jewelry ever since the Victorian Era. Classic, just like traditional white pearls, Conch pearls bring gorgeous colorings to their jewelry pieces.
A beautiful and rare gemstone, the apatite, is starting to make a name for itself. Not known to many, this electric colored stone is often compared to Paraiba tourmalines because of its blue intensity.
Tourmalines come in many colors. Some are more rare than others. Some can be an alternative to a more expensive gem. Nonetheless, watermelon tourmalines are not so rare and quite affordable. Explanations.
With its extremely unique neon blue and green color, the Paraiba tourmaline has quickly become a popular and sought after gemstone. Hailing from Brazil or Africa, these stones have been the centerpiece to some gorgeous and unique pieces of jewelry.
A true stone designation is complex considering that some are said to be precious, others to be semi-precious, more are considered fine or ornamental. Differences apply. What stones are considered precious and which are those considered semi precious?
Gübelin is a jeweler that has been around for six generations and wants to make the gemstone market more transparent. The Emerald Paternity Test has been developed by the Gübelin Gem. It is a technology that takes seconds to apply…
If you happen to be an august baby, you are fortunate because peridot happen to be your stone. Known as the “love at the first sight” stone, peridot is quite spiritual. Associated with the heart Chakra, it improves clear-sightedness, and…
If you happen to be a july baby, you are fortunate because ruby happen to be your stone. It is known as one of the four precious stones, including emerald, sapphire and diamond. It’s deep red color symbolize love and…
If you happen to be a June baby… You are fortunate because pearl and moonstone happen to be yours stones.
If you happen to be a May baby… You are fortunate because the emerald happens to be your stone. Through a large variety of green shades, the particularity of the emerald is to bring serene love. Consequently, it helps you to…
If you happen to be an April baby… You are fortunate because Diamond is your STONE. Diamonds are a girl’s best friend but they are also believed to create positive energy in an individual and interact with positive forces of…
A legend says that when a wise man dreams about an almandin garnet, he immediately finds a solution to the mysteries of the life ? Well, the Garnet is even more spectacular in the variety of colors the stone offers,…
Green, White or Pink… The Jade had been known and used for the past 7’000 years considered to be a symbol of absolut power. In China, the Jade is called “The Imperial stone” in honor of the favorite stone of…
If you happen to be a March baby… Aquamarine is your STONE. By wearing it, the owner of that stone gets his creativity stimulated. It appears to also trigger joy and hope. One of the best quality of aquamarine is the fact…
“The God of the fire” it is how Aztec civilisation symbolised the Turquoise gemstone! From Egypt…to India the turquoise is a sacred stone carrying something spiritual.
It seems wearing a Tanzanite stone stimulates the imagination and creativity. Back in the days, the Tanzanites was even considered to be the “best friend” of the artists, the writers, the musicians and other creators.
Marylin Monroe once said : Diamonds are girls best friend… Isn’t it ? The Eye of Jewelry spotted for you the 6 most expensive diamonds in the world. Be ready, it is hard to believe! As a reminder, until the…
If you happen to be a February baby… Amethyst is your STONE. The properties of the amethyst is useful to deal with disturbances due to stress, tensions, real-life experience. Symbol of wisdom, humility and sincerity, the vibrations of the Amethyst brings…
If you happen to be a January baby… Garnet is your STONE.Considered to be a regenerating and energizing stone, the Garnet is also known to enhance the developement of self-confidence, courage and perseverance helping to achieve personal plans. Find out…
If you happen to be a December baby… Tanzanite and Turquoise are your STONES. The tanzanite is known to transform negative energies into positive ones it also helps to slow down and take it easy whereas turquoise is considered to…
If you happen to be a November baby… Citrine and Topaz are YOUR stones. On one hand, citrines is referred as the lucky “Merchants Stone”supposed to be the stone of abundance increasing fortune and commercial success whereas topaz stones are considered…
If you happen to be an October baby… Paraïba tourmaline and Opal are YOUR stones.The tourmaline is known to be a protecting stone when the opals are described to be a stone of inspiration enhancing imagination and creativity. Find out what…
Unveiled during the opening of the 28th Biennale des Antiquaires in Paris, De Grisogono presented their latest acquisition: the most expensive diamond named « The Constellation ». Measuring over six centimeters wide and weighting 813 carats, the rough diamond was sourced from …
In order to reach the optimum quality, Benjamin Mizrahi explains that often, he needs to re-cut what is considered to be a jewelry stone in order to reach a watch stone quality. Explanations.
If you happen to be a September baby… Sapphires and Lapis lazuli are YOUR stones. On one hand, light blue sapphires symbolize sweetness and tenderness and are meant to facilitate communication whereas lapis lazuli stones are considered to be the…
For the first time available on the market the legendary Oppenheimer Blue Diamond was sold in 25 minutes for $58,002,681.- at the Christie’s Magnificent Jewels auction that occured in Geneva on May 18th, 2016.
Exclusive and rare, Zultanite is a single mine gemstone of great value and incomparable beauty. Relatively new to the jewellery world, the colour changing abilities of the gem make it well suited to savvy connoisseurs.
In Ancient Greek, the sapphire is defined as stone of blue color. Later referred to as ‘gem of the sky’, the sapphire is one of the 4 precious gemstones, second to the diamond in hardness.
Paraiba Tourmalines are one of the rarest and most desirable gems in the world with spirited turquoise, green, yellow aqua and even pink/red nuances. Their exclusivity and recent introduction to the world of jewelry has caused tremendous excitement in the…
First of all, a Ruby is a precious stone whereas the Rubellite is a rare gemstone. The Rubellite is a multi-faceted gemstone varying from a tender pink color to crimson red with pinches of purple where Rubies offer deep red…
Known to be the stone of the mind, the Citrine can be found in fifty shades of yellow up to dark brown orange-ish. The Citrine is one of the most affordable gemstone on the market, commonly found in Brazil, Bolivia…
