3 Lesser-Known Alternatives to Ruby
In our previous article, Jewelry Alternatives: What’s a Smart Buy and What’s a Total Scam?, we shared how we found a 6-carat-plus…
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Chinese Seal Stones: The Four Famous Stones of China
Chinese seal stones occupy a unique place in gemology, lapidary art, and Chinese cultural heritage. Unlike gemstones mainly used for jewelry, these…
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Is Guatemalan Jadeite Worth Buying? The Truth About a Burmese Alternative
In our previous article, “Does Russian Jadeite Qualify for Certification? The Truth About Jadeite Certification and Origins,” we explored how mineral composition…
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Iran Gemstones: Discovering Persian Turquoise, Agate, Demantoid Garnet, and More
Welcome to JEWEA’s “Kingdom of Gems” series, where we invite you to explore the gemstones of Iran. Iran is often associated with…
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Burmese Gemstones: Beyond Ruby and Jadeite, Exploring Myanmar’s Rare Natural Treasures
In JEWEA’s “Kingdom of Gems” series, we explore the rich gemstone heritage of Myanmar. For centuries, Myanmar has been recognized as one…
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Pakistan Gemstones: Swat Emerald, Hunza Ruby, Peridot, and More
Located in northwestern South Asia, Pakistan lies at the intersection of the Himalayan and Hindu Kush mountain ranges, where its diverse geological…
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Kunzite: Tiffany’s Darling, Taylor’s Choice, and the Gem That Shuns the Sun
The discovery of kunzite added a stunning contender to the lavender gem family. It stands out from classic amethyst with a delicate,…
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Gemstones of Heilongjiang: Garnet, Sapphires, Rubies & Xunke Agate | Chinese Gems Series
In this installment of our Gemstones of China, we return to Northeast China to uncover the hidden geological treasures of Heilongjiang Province….
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What Is Xianghua Jade? The Truth About This Emerging Chinese Nephrite
At the 5th China (Hunan) International Mineral and Gem Show in May 2017, a new variety of Chinese emerging nephrite made its…
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Beyond Traditional Jade: Discovering the Next Wave of China’s Emerging Carving Materials
In the world of Chinese lapidary art, household names like nephrite jade, jadeite, turquoise, and agate usually steal the spotlight. However, recent…
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Gemstones of Jilin: Peridot, Panlong Jade & Anlu Serpentine Jade | Chinese Gems Series
In this episode of our “Gemstones of China” series, we head back to Northeast China. Join us as we explore the rich…
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Gemstones of Guizhou: Guicui Quartzite, Luodian Nephrite, & Chinese Bloodstone | Gems of China Series
In this edition of our Gemstones of China series, we head to the southwest. Together, we will uncover the treasures hidden beneath Guizhou’s…
