The “Ottu” Sapphire: Unmasking the Visual Magic of the Gem World
The other day, a client hurried into my office, looking a bit frantic. “I bought this sapphire,” they said, “and from the…
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The Rebel of the Emerald World: “The Eye of the Angel” Trapiche Emerald
A few days ago, I showcased a remarkably unique Trapiche Emerald ring to a client. Her reaction was immediate skepticism: “Is this…
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The Fabled “Viking Compass”: Discovering the Hidden Beauty of Iolite
When clients ask me, “Is there a gemstone that captures the regal depth of a Sapphire but without the prohibitive price tag?”…
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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…
