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Certified Gemstones are a great way to build confidence with buyers. Gem Rock Auction aims to have the most number of certified gemstones on the web.

Many Ancient civilizations have their own predictions about our times.Mayan 2012 calendar is world famous but many other civilizations also have predictions.

In theory, almost anything that was once alive could become a fossil even a scrap of the jelly like tissue from the soft body of a sea creature.

From closing down the retail shop to successfully selling online, Mygems a gemstone business explains the reason why they chose to sell online.

Looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift? There is no better gift idea to say I love you than a precious natural gemstone.

Australian Sapphire prices are set to boom with the announcement of Richland Resources pulling their first Sapphire out of the Capricron Sapphire mine. Together with two other factors Aussie Sapphires are about to become extremely popular.

The Sunrise Ruby sets a new world record price for a Ruby at the Geneva Sotheby's Auction. It breaks the record for the total price as well as price per ct.

The Shanghai Share Market has crashed but at Gem Rock Auctions we always see the upside. Click to read about what has happened to the gemstone industry during the last share market crashes.

The Hope Spinel has set a new world record for the highest price ever received for a Spinel. Click to find out how much it sold for.

2015 was a massive year at Gem Rock Auctions. Check out some of the biggest and best gemstone sold online throughout the year.

2016 will be the year of the rose-tinged Morganite. Pantone has released two colors this year and we will show you what gemstones will make the cut.

There have been some incredible gemstones sold over the years to astute collectors. We will look at the most expensive stones ever sold.

Our headquarters now has this beautiful massive 1.04 tonne Amethyst geode proudly on display on the Gold Coast, Australia

The Gemstone Sheriff Program is a world first program that allows customers to request a review on any item listed on Gem Rock Auctions.

The Pink Star, a stunning 59.6-carat pink diamond, is scheduled for auction in Hong Kong on April 4 (April 3 in the US). This unique gemstone is expected to sell for more than $60 million, eclipsing the current most expensive gemstone record hol

With Mother’s Day on Sunday May 14, now is the perfect time to find this year’s gift. Gem Rock Auctions offers a range of gorgeous jewelry including rings, pendants, earrings, and bracelets.

Was your gemstone ethically sourced? You’ll soon be able to know for sure! New gemstone testing and marking techniques can tell you exactly where your diamond or emerald came from.

We often think upon Africa as the world’s main source of quality gem stones but did you know that USA has large and unique deposits of gemstones?

Gem Rock Auctions is specialist site for verified industry gemstone sellers. We have compile this report based on the last 12 months of 50,000 gemstones sold

Moissanite is a synthetic alternative to diamond engagement stones. Learn how moissanite and diamond compare in price, longevity, appearance, and more!

Here are our top ten gemstones that we think ever collector should own. Black Opal, Grandiderite and Musgravite all feature. How many do you own?

Did you know that there are bras that come with a starting price of $15,000,000? Check out the last 22 years of Fantasy Bras from Victoria's Secret.

Are you looking for a place to sell gemstones online? Gem Rock Auctions is a fantastic platform that allows all types of people to sell their precious gemstones online direct to the public. Will you join us?

Pinky rings are types of rings that are primarily worn on the fifth finger, which is also referred to as a pinky finger. Pinky finger originally derived its name from a Dutch word “pink” which means a little finger.

How corruption, government interference, smuggling and tax avoidance impact the Tanzanite industry.

A monthly breakdown of the best gemstone trends and sales on Gem Rock Auctions. A must read for all industry buyers and sellers for the best choice of investment gemstones.

A new world record price was made on 13 November 2018, when the Pink Legacy Diamond sold at Christie’s auction house in Geneva.

For many centuries, the Hope Diamond has remained as one of the most famous and largest colored Diamonds in the world. Learn more about this amazing gem

Gemstone mining is expected to grow in the next years to come so it is a good time to analyse what is going on.

A diamond certificate gives you valuable insight into the precious stone in your possession, but what exactly does that entail?

What is A Gem? All Your Gemstone Questions Answered

Birefringence relates to the directions light is split into when it enters a gemstone, and whether or not light is refracted once, or multiple times.

Not all diamonds are created equal. So, what makes certain diamonds sparkle more than others? In this article, we’re shining the light on a crucial factor of diamond sparkle.

Before you get down on one knee, let’s talk about something that is all too often overlooked: loose diamonds vs. mounted diamonds.

Wondering how to choose the right jewelry setting for your gemstones? Learn about the most popular gem settings and how to choose the best one!

Emeralds have a vibrant history spanning royalty, shipwrecks and war. Here are the 8 most famous emeralds in emerald history.