ALL ABOUT EMERALDS, THE MAY BIRTHSTONE
Photo by @aleegleibermanphoto, featuring @racheltkang and @rhuebs May is when it finally feels like spring, and bright green leaves blanket landscapes, even in colder climates. So it’s fitting that vibrant green emerald is the May birthstone! Emerald Gemstone History Emeralds have been prized for their beauty since antiquity—emerald mines existed in Egypt as early as 300 BC,
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Diamond Uses and Meaning of April’s Birthstone
Introduction to the Meaning and Uses of Diamond A legend claims the God of Mines called his courtiers to bring together all the world’s known gems: Rubies, Sapphires, Emeralds, etc. etc., and he found them to be of all tints and colors and varying hardnesses. He took one of each and crushed them; he compounded
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Diamonds are Forever: The April Birthstone!
As the April Birthstone, Diamonds are one of the most sought after and valuable gems on Earth. For the lucky few that were born in April, you would be a fool to not have at least one piece of jewelry with your birthstone. Seen in more than just engagement rings and jewelry, the diamond is one of
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Ten Gemstones Rarer than Diamond
With exceptional and rare color, this paraiba tourmaline center stone lives up to its hype. Its high copper content creates a bright blue color with secondary purple hues. When viewed under magnification, the stone’s colors can be intense. This gem originated in the first vein to be mined. Photo courtesy of Shelly Sergent, Somewhere in the
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CHOOSE THE RIGHT DIAMOND
Diamonds are the traditional choice for engagement rings. Classic and timeless, they are the most popular kind of center gem, as well as the most durable and lasting. SELECT A SHAPE ROUND DIAMONDS When selecting a diamond, your first priority is usually to choose a shape. If you’re unsure of what shape to choose, it
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