Exploring Sri Lankan Gemstones: What Lies Beyond Rubies and Sapphires?
Whenever I touch down in Sri Lanka, it’s easy to get swept up in the “Land of Smiles”—the elephants, the UNESCO heritage…
Welcome to the All Posts Archive for Jewea! Every piece of jewelry has a story, and each article here shares a part of ours — from gemstone guides and jewelry care tips to styling inspiration that brings your vintage treasures to life. Feeling inspired already? Explore our handmade vintage earrings and discover a piece that speaks to you.
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Discover Tanzania’s Top 8 Gemstones: The Dark Horse of Africa’s Mineral Wealth
Have you found the perfect gift this Valentine’s Day? Is it a wild escape into nature, or a piece of bespoke jewelry…
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The Ultimate Guide to Australia Gemstones: Nature’s Wonders from Down Under
Are you currently wrapping yourself in heavy wool coats to brave the biting chill? Perhaps you’re staring out the window at the…
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Unveiling Jinsi Jade: The Silk Road Quartzite from China
In our previous article, “What is Shetaicui Quartzite? The Truth Behind the “New Jade” Craze”, we discussed how many sellers in live-stream…
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The Pharaoh’s Choice: The 7,000-Year Mystery of Afghanistan’s Celestial Blue Lapis Lazuli
If you were to ask me, “Which gemstone possesses the purest, most mesmerizing blue?”Beyond the prestige of a Royal Blue Sapphire, only…
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What is Shetaicui Quartzite? The Truth Behind the “New Jade” Craze
A loyal client recently asked me: “I’m getting a bit bored with the usual colors of Jadeite and Nephrite. Can you recommend…
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Indicolite, Indigo, or Lagoon? A Guide to Blue Tourmaline Beyond Paraiba
Just the other day, a long-time client brought in a blue tourmaline she purchased years ago. She had one question: “Is this…
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Beyond Russia: 7 Lesser-Known Nephrite Jade Origins Every Collector Should Know
In the world of gemstone collecting, few minerals possess the historical weight and mesmerizing green spectrum of Nephrite Jade. While white jade…
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Stop Calling It an Emerald Substitute! Tsavorite Garnet: The Powerhouse of Green Gemstones
When clients first encounter Tsavorite Garnet, the first question they usually ask me is: “Is this just a cheaper alternative to Emerald?”…
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Afghanistan’s Hidden Gemstones: From Panjshir Emeralds to Sar-e-Sang Lapis Lazuli
Many people associate Afghanistan with conflict, yet Afghanistan gemstones wealth remains its most overlooked story. The country literally sits on a vast…
