Beads; The Original Jewelry Style The discovery of 13 deliberately perforated shell beads that were stained with red ochre and showed significant wear in the Grotte des Pigeons at Tafora in Eastern Morocco in late 2000s…
*Gem Focus & Market Pulse (Free Subscriber)Corals used in jewellery are commonly referred to as precious corals.
Featured ArticlesThe slow recovery of diamonds has been sustained by bridal.
Diamond MarketEstablishing value of a gemstone starts with correct identification; second logical step is grading but doesn’t end there.
Featured ArticlesThe latest edition of Laboratory Grown Diamonds is a must read for anyone working with diamonds in today’s world.
Book ReviewThe market conditions leading into season invite a cautiously optimistic outlook. Unusual colors of classic varieties selling well. Wealthy consumers coming off of vacationless summers turn to Paraìba and other fine gems to add some excitement. All business is local this year.
Colored Stone MarketHave you ever been indecisive about the value of a colored gem? Made a bad deal? Lost money?
Featured ArticlesWhile colorless zircon was considered a convincing substitute of diamond for centuries before cubic zirconia or moissanite appeared in the market, all other colors were enjoyed in their own merit thanks to its high dispersion.
*Gem Focus & Market Pulse (Free Subscriber)Predictions are that lab grown diamonds will keep adding market share. Annual growth as a category is stated to be approximately 20%. No doubt the biggest factor in its success is simply the price.
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