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March's Birthstone: Aquamarine

Delve into the rich history, lore and unique
qualities of March's pacific gem - a relic of ethereal tranquility!

Learn About Chrysoberyl | MODERN GEM JEWELRY

Learn About Chrysoberyl

It is believed that chrysoberyl is a rare and underrated gem. As a result, most retailers don't have it in stock at all. It's the original "cat's eye," the third hardest gem mineral, and it can als...
Learn About Kunzite | MODERN GEM JEWELRY

Learn About Kunzite

Kunzite is a relatively new addition to the world of precious stones. As the legend goes, Tiffany & Co.'s mineralogist, George Frederick Kunz, received specimens of an as-yet-unidentified pink ...
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Learn About Sphene

Sphene, also known as calcium titanium silicate, is a mineral that forms flattened wedge-shaped crystals that are usually twinned and have significant re-entry angles. It can also be found in massi...
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Learn About Rhodolite

Most people think of a rich red gemstone when they hear the word garnet. But, unexpectedly, it is available in a wide range of species and combinations, resulting in a wide range of gorgeous hues. ...
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Learn About Tsavorite

While other garnets have been around for ages, the tsavorite variety is relatively new. Because of this, the deep green tint of this gem is associated with a wealth of symbolism.
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Learn About Morganite

Morganite, like many other gems found in pegmatites, can grow into huge crystals. Miners in Brazil have discovered crystals weighing as much as 22 pounds (10 kg). 
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Learn About Alexandrite

Alexandrite is an extremely rare color-changing variation of the mineral chrysoberyl that is sometimes referred to as "emerald by day, ruby by night" by gem connoisseurs.
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Learn About Moissanite

Moissanite is a mineral that is both exceedingly beautiful and extremely uncommon. It occurs naturally in the form of silicon carbide, and it is extremely valuable. 
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Gemstones Guide

Learn About Lab Diamonds

Lab-grown diamonds are artificial diamonds that have been generated in a highly controlled laboratory setting by scientists. The chemical composition, carbon atom structure, optical qualities, and ...

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