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Zodiac Birthstones: Astrology & Birthday Gemstones

Originally the Birthstones or gemstones were associated with a zodiac sign or the month of a individuals birth. Find out what your stone is and view the stones we have for sale

Ross Sedawie 8th Feb 2021
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Compare Quartz and Topaz

Quartz and Topaz are two of the most common minerals on the planet. They also look very similar. Let's look at some properties of them and compare Quartz and Topaz.

23rd Oct 2018
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Mineral Specimens

Mineral Specimens are a great way to study how crystals form in nature. Learn more about mineral specimens and browse the beautifully cut stones we have for sale.

18th Oct 2018
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Rare And Exotic Gemstones In The World

There are many gemstones that collectors look for to add to their collection. This is a list of the rarest and most exotic gemstones in the world.

Ross Sedawie 9th May 2018
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Sillimanite Cats Eye

Sillimanite Cats Eye is a rare type of stone that shows the chatoyancy effect. Learn more about this gemstone and browse the beautifully cut stones we have for sale.

6th Mar 2019
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Tanzanian Gem Show And Arusha Mine Tours

One of our sellers has recently returned from the Tanzanian Gem Show. He also had the experience of a tour of the Tanzanite mines and a Tsavorite mine.

Paul Sedawie 15th Nov 2018
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Crystals On Death Hike Mountain Beside Machu Picchu

On top Waynapicchu looking down on Machu Picchu and images of gemstones i bought from local market, crystals, quartz and obsidian.

18th Oct 2018
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Popular Minerals For Collectors

There are many minerals that collectors look for to add to their collection. This list is the most popular minerals that we have sold over the years.

Ross Sedawie 7th Jan 2019
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Imperial Topaz Mines of the Ouro Region in Brazil

Imperial Topaz is one of the rarest gemstones on earth. There is some concern that stones are being referrd to as Imperial color when they are not.

2nd Oct 2018
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Gemstone Skulls

Gemstone Skulls from natural untreated Gemstones are popular now through the whole world. Click to read about the history of these skulls.

Ross Sedawie 18th Oct 2018
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Colored Diamonds

Colored Diamonds are among some of the rarest gemstone in the world. Did you know they come in almost any color? Green, Blue, Chocolate, Pink and even Red.

9th May 2018
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Rough Diamonds And Raw Diamonds

Rough and Raw Diamonds can look amazing in their raw form. Learn more about this gemstone and browse the beautifully shaped crystals we have for sale.

9th May 2018
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Cacoxenite Gemstone Information

Cacoxenite is a very rare gemstone. Learn more about this gemstone and browse the beautifully cut stones we have for sale.

8th May 2018
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Investing In Gemstones

If you want to invest sensibly in gemstones, there are some basic tips that you need to know. Learn about these tips and how to invest in gemstones

Wayne Sedawie 22nd Jun 2017
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Amethyst Spheres, Amethyst Geodes, Amethyst Crystals & An Amethyst Pond

Amethyst Spheres, Amethyst geodes, Amethyst Crystals and an Amethyst Pond. View our collection of amazing pieces exclusivly for sale at Gem Rock Auctions

4th Feb 2019
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List Of Gemstones Found In Russia

Russia is a vast country with immeasurable mineral and gemstone reserves. Russia has become s significant diamond miner and manufacturer.

9th May 2018
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Palm Ivory - Save The Elephant

Palm Ivory looks just like the real thing, but it is made from trees. Learn more about this gemstone and browse the beautifully cut stones we have for sale.

18th Oct 2018
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Rainbow Solar Quartz Meanings And Uses

Solar Quartz is ordinary Agatized quartz that is cut from stalactites in pale gray colors with unique mossy inclusions. It is a durable and unique stone.

Steve Thomas 9th May 2018
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Quartz gemstone with Pyrite Inclusions

Quartz with pyrite is a beautiful and unique gemstone with cool looking inclusions. Learn more about this gemstone and browse the beautifully cut stones we have for sale.

18th Oct 2018
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Quartz Gemstone with Mica Inclusions

Quartz with mica is a beautiful and unique gemstone with cool looking inclusions. Learn more about this gemstone and browse the beautifully cut stones we have for sale.

18th Oct 2018
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Quartz Orange Gioaba Gemstone

Quartz Orange Giaoba is a beautiful and unique gemstone with cool looking inclusions. Learn more about this gemstone and browse the beautifully cut stones we have for sale.

18th Oct 2018
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Australian Sapphires

Australian Sapphires are as unique as the country they come from. Deep blues, multi colored greens and yellows known as Parti colored as well as intense Yellow.

Ed Allison 15th Oct 2020
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Briolettes: Special Cut Gemstones

Briolettes are a special type of gemstone cut that can be used in many applications. Learn more about this gemstone cut and browse the beautifully cut stones we have for sale.

8th May 2018
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Gemstones and Minerals Mined in China

Gemstones mined in China include Peridot, Agate, Blood Stone, Amber, Cinnabar, Corundum, Sapphire, Zircon, Diamond, Garnet, Nephrite, Jade & Turquoise.

Steve Thomas 19th Mar 2020
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Gemstones from Africa

Africa is producing most of the enthusiasm gemstones in the world. In fact, the population is quite largely in Africa that’s why most of the African gem traders are almost dynamic here.

Ross Sedawie 9th May 2018
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Gemstones From Thailand

Thailand is the land of so many gemstones. Most of which have been mined out now. Learn what it is like to source gemstones in Thailand.

Ross Sedawie 9th May 2018
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Australian Gemstones

Australian gemstones are unique to the country they come from. Australia used to be very active volcanically and most of the gems found were formed from these volcanoes.

Ross Sedawie 8th May 2018
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Fossil Fisheye Agate

Fossil Fisheye Agate is a form of Agate that has a beautiful pattern. The growth makes the stones look like it has a fisheye. Learn more about this gemstone and browse the beautifully cut stones we have for sale.

2nd Oct 2018
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Indonesian Agate Information

Indonesian Agate is a beautiful gemstone that comes in a very unique and beautiful pattern. Learn more about this gemstone and browse the beautifully cut stones we have for sale.

Ross Sedawie 9th May 2018
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Montana Agate Gemstone

Montana Agate is an Agate that comes from the region of the Yellowstone river. Learn more about this gemstone and browse the beautifully cut stones we have for sale.

Ross Sedawie 9th Sep 2019
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Moss Agate Gemstone

Moss Agate has inclusions that are comparable with trees, plants, and landscapes. It is unlike any other Agate you have ever seen. Learn more about the crystal meaning and browse the beautifully cut stones we have for sale.

9th May 2018
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Wyoming Agate

Wyoming Agate is a beautiful Agate found on the Wind River. It is also commonly called the Wind River Iris Agate. Learn more about this gemstone and browse the beautifully cut stones we have for sale.

4th Feb 2019
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Precious & Semi-Precious Gemstones List: Pictures & Meanings

The standard four precious gemstones aren’t the only beautiful gems. Plus, plenty of semi-precious stones are more valuable! Learn every precious and semi-precious gemstone and what sets them apart.

Ross Sedawie 9th Jun 2020
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Blue Spinel Meaning: The Rarest Of Them All

Blue Spinel is one of the rarest colors of Spinel available. Learn more about this gemstone and browse the beautifully cut stones we have for sale.

Steve Thomas 8th May 2018
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Mahenge Spinel - The Stone That Changed Everything

Mahenge Spinel is the famous stone that changed the perception of Spinel forever. Learn more about this gem and view our beautifully cut stones for sale.

9th May 2018
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Zambian Emeralds: What You Need To Know

Columbian Emeralds have been the stars of the Emerald world for a long time. Now Zambian Emeralds are making a rise. Here is what you need to know about them.

9th May 2018
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