Gemstones of Zhejiang: Changhua Chicken-Blood Stone, Qingtian Stone, & Zhuji Pearls | Gems of China Series
In this edition of our Gemstones of China series, we travel to East China to uncover the hidden geological treasures of Zhejiang…
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Gemstones of Jiangsu: Crystal, Yuhua Stone, & Taihu Stone | Gems of China Series
In this installment of our “Gemstones of China” series, we journey to East China to uncover the hidden geological treasures of Jiangsu Province. Among…
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Gemstones of Shanxi: Datong Jade, Peridot, & Jet Stone | Gems of China Series
In this installment of our “Gemstones of China” series, we journey to North China to uncover the hidden treasures of Shanxi Province. There is…
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Gemstones of Yunnan: Nan Hong Agate, Huanglong Jade, Emerald, Ruby, Tourmaline & Aquamarine | Gems of China Series
In this edition of our Gemstones of China series, we journey to the southwest to uncover the treasures of Yunnan. Among China’s many provinces,…
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Gemstones of Ningxia: Helan Stone & Gobi Agate | Gems of China Series
In this edition of our Gemstones of China series, we head west to Ningxia. Exploring the region is like opening a “treasure chest” of…
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Gemstones of Anhui: Huoshan Quartzite Jade, Huangshan Wax Stone & Turquoise | Gems of China Series
In this edition of our Gemstones of China series, we travel to Anhui Province in East China. To many, Anhui is a…
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Gemstones of Guangxi: Guilin Blood-Red Jasper, Dahua Jade, and Hepu Pearls | Gems of China Series
In this installment of our “Gemstones of China” series, we journey to the rugged and breathtaking landscapes of Guangxi Province in South China. Guangxi…
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Gemstones of Hebei: Peridot and “Warring States Red” Agate | Chinese Gems Series
After exploring world-class gems from across the globe, Jewea is turning its lens inward. Our “Gemstones of China” series continues as we…
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The Big Three: A Guide to Chinese Red Agate Varieties
As an old chinese saying goes, “No red in agate, no fortune in life.“While that might sound a bit dramatic, it perfectly…
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Nephrite Jade Varieties: Distinguishing Duck Egg Green from Sha-zao-qing
I was recently catching up with a friend in the jasper trade, and we were discussing how quickly trends shift within the…
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Why Is Tanzania the Only Source of Tanzanite? A Deep Dive into Natural Tanzanite
Years ago, my uncle shared a story that stayed with me. In 1999, he followed a senior mentor on a mining expedition…
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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…
