Phosphophyllite
The mineral is rare and, because of the value of well-formed specimens combined with a low hardness, brittleness, and cleavage, seldom seen faceted.
Gem NotesJewelry Technology In the Ancient & Medieval World
Starla Turner reviews Jack Ogden’s new tome exploring more than four-and-a-half thousand years of jewelry technology.
Book ReviewMoss Agate
The gem, which offers a nature-inspired look for today’s designers, is proving to be strong amid the unique bridal jewelry trend.
Market TrendsHighlights from the H1 2024 Fine Jewelry Auction Season
Large colorless diamonds, signed jewels, and sapphires reigned.
The Trade in FocusGem Focus – August 2024 – Featuring Ametrine: The intriguing bicolor quartz
Beloved for its contrasting colors, it’s affordable and available in big sizes.
*Gem Focus & Market Pulse (Free Subscriber)Men’s Jewelry Seeing Its ‘Biggest Wave’ Yet, Panel Says
More men are donning jewels thanks to red carpet styles and blurred gender lines.
The Trade in FocusA Recent Study on OIivine Is Making Finding Diamonds (a Little) Easier
It connects magnesium-rich olivine with the presence of diamonds in kimberlite.
The Trade in FocusJewelry Stands Out in Slow Luxury Market: Report
Bain & Co. called the category a top performer in a recent study.
The Trade in FocusIndustry and Economic Insights: Facts, Figures and Future
Though current economic indicators are mixed, the jewelry industry has remained buoyant thanks to continued consumer spending and its connection to emotional purchases.
Featured ArticlesPhotography 101
Using reflected light can help darker gems or those with fire come alive in photographs, so don’t hesitate to experiment with some trial and error on this one.
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