Did You Know?

The ancient civilizations of Mesoamerica developed accurate written calendars and of these, the calendar of the Maya is the most sophisticated.

The ancient Incas had the ability to set massive rocks together and join them with near perfect joins. Some of the rocks were over 5 meters tall and fitted together perfectly.

Watch one of our verified sellers mine for minerals in his home country of Greece. Amazing pictures of the mining operation

Amethyst, Ametrine and Citrine re all from the same family of gemstones, Quartz. Learn more about this gemstone and browse the beautifully cut stones we have for sale.

Antiques used to be the item of choice for long term investment but over time the value of these have dropped. Gemstones on the other hand have continued to increase in value.

Always wanted A ruby pendant? Online auctions are a great place to find loose Rubies to make into any type of pendant.

Lets take a look at the 10 biggest Diamonds ever found. You will never guess how big the Diamond is that takes out the number one spot.

There is a trend at the moment of people asking if irradiated gemstones are dangerous? The good news is, no they are not. Let us explain.

Zultanite, Csarite and Diaspore are all causing confusion among gem collectors. Whats the difference? Let us explain what the difference is.

Argyle Pink Diamonds are Australia’s rare pink diamond from the remote Argyle mine in Australia. Less than one tenth of 1% is classified Pink.

Gold prices always rise with uncertainty. Today uncertainty is rampant with the UK Brexit, Trump causing waves in the US presidential election, the hung election in Australia and China’s slow down.

Medusa Quartz is also known as Paraiba Quartz. It has a very unique appearance due to the Gilalite inclusion inside the stone. Learn more about this incredible gem.

A Padparadscha Sapphire is one of the worlds rarest and majestic gemstones. This Sapphire shows incredible pink / orange colors and is one of the most expensive Sapphires

One of the latest phenomena that are being exhibited in museums is fluorescent minerals or in simple terms, rocks that glow.

What Is The Meaning Of Scarab and how far back in history does this symbol begin? This symbol has a very interesting history

Cubic Zirconia (CZ) was introduced in the commercial market in the 1970s. Take a look at what Cubic Zirconia is and why so many people love them

Gemstone cleavage is an important physical property of gemstones that allows them to be easily split in certain directions.

Marquise Diamonds were first created in the 18th century. Now they are symbolic with royalty and fame. Check out what to look for when purchasing one

The ancient Egyptians valued personal adornment highly and Egyptian jewelry was worn by women and men, and of all social classes.

The Asscher cut is a Diamond cut that has history, elegance and a stature. It is one of the few cuts that have lasted centuries and kept up with modern trends.

Green gemstones come in pale, deep, and even patterned colors. Learn the properties and meanings of every green gemstone, from aventurine to topaz!

Cocktail rings are big, bold and make a statement by anyone who wears them. Cocktail rings originated in the 1920's when almost everything was outlawed.

While you love and honor your significant other every day, your wedding anniversary gives you a chance to show the love of your life just how valuable they really are to you.

Although diamonds have been the traditional choice for many years, couples are starting to opt for gemstones more often for a number of reasons. Gemstones are not only more affordable than diamonds, but also offer a wider range of choices in sha

When we think of how gemstones form, we assume they all come from the planet we inhabit. That is not the case for these exterrestrial gemstones. Let’s look at some gems that originated in space.

Rarity, size, and uniqueness are just a few of the factors that drive the value of gemstones. Check out our list of the five most expensive types of gemstones in the world to see which rank highest! 

Many people don't know that there are different types of pearls let alone a way in which to grade them like how we grade diamonds.

Blue gemstones come with diverse shades, mixtures, and meanings. Learn about every blue gemstone, from azurite to zircon!

When buying a Diamond it is important to understand the relationship between the Diamond cut, the shape and the four C's.

Organic gemstones are gemstones that are produced by a living organism. Unlike other gemstones that are made of minerals, organic gemstones are renewable and in some cases can be farmed (like Pearls).

The gemstone color palette has a vast display of options. Explore our list of gemstones by color, from red to purple, black to white, and multicolor gems!

Mystic topaz was first seen in September of 1998, at the Hong Kong Jewelry Fair. Learn how this gemstone gets it's color and how it should be cared for

Sard, Sardonyx and Carnelian are gemstones that are often confused with each other. Find out what the difference is and what they all have in common.

Conflict Diamonds or Blood Diamonds are Diamonds where profits are used to funds wars and conflict. Learn how the world put a stop to the sale of these Diamonds

Follow these 8 easy bidding strategies and start successfully winning online auctions. Smart bidding strategies for those who wants to save money and win quality items online.

If you ever find yourself wondering what to expect on a fossil hunting trip in Morocco, have a read of our amazing Moroccan fossil safari and cultural experience.