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Hello everyone! An apology to all our readers for not posting on a weekly basis the past few months. We’ve been busy getting our physical store back and running after lockdown. However, always feel free to write us if you have any jewellery related question and we will try our best to respond promptly and provide all the information you need.   Today we will discuss one of my favorite birthstones; Sapphire (I might like it more since it is my birthstone).  We will go about it differently by using frequently asked questions by customers and answers to them. How...

  An ancient gem known for its yellow green glow. Found in lava, meteorites, and deep in the earth’s mantle, peridot is composed of magnesium-rich variety of olivine and iron content that intensify its characteristic yellowish green color.  The intense glow comes from a feature in the gem known as high double refraction: Double facets appear from the inside increasing reflection of light and overall glow of this gemstone.    As with diamonds and most other gems, peridot’s quality and price depend on the 4C’s. When it comes to color, pure grass green hue is the most rare and hence...

The price of gold has surged to reach record highs. As this precious metal keeps moving further into uncharted territories in the global stock markets, many are eager to get a share of the profits by investing in gold. The question is: When is the right time to enter the market? And how much should one invest in gold to get a share of those mouth-watering profits?   A little history will help give us a clearer idea of why the prices of gold have risen so high this year (2020). Being one of the world’s earliest forms of currency,...

Ruby is July’s birthstone and the gem commonly associated with 15thand 40th marriage anniversaries. It is known for a beautiful red that makes it one of the most desired gems in the jewelry industry. Rubies are formed when the mineral Corundum contains trace amounts of the element Chromium, causing a change in the mineral’s crystal structure and it’s color (red). The name Ruby is derived from the Latin word ‘ruber’ meaning red, due to which the gemstone is often seen symbolizing love, passion, boldness, and bravery. Throughout history, such associations have kept rubies in high demand and also contribute to making...

There is an old saying that goes: "If a woman wears diamonds, you look at the diamonds; if a woman wears pearls, you look at the woman." Pearls have been the embodiment of elegance, grace, and sophistication for centuries. Beautiful in all shapes, colors, and sizes; the market of pearls has nevertheless caused some confusion for consumers due to the different varieties available and their origins. Unlike diamonds, they do not have clear-cut characteristics that can form a guide in appraising the gem easily (the 4C’s makes it relatively easy for consumers to figure out the baseline value of a diamond). Nonetheless, pearls have been...