The global gem trade experienced unprecedented challenges in 2020 and 2021. Mining, manufacturing and distribution sectors were all severely impacted by coronavirus shutdowns. As a result, many gems went up in markets with supplies so limited. There are still many unknown questions regarding the trends for the year ahead. The team at Gemworld has been tracking prices
Colored Stone MarketFluorite with its bright colors and contrasted banding in aggregate form is a favored carving material. While mineral collectors are attracted to its large, transparent single crystal specimens, the same crystals are faceted for both collectors and jewelry designers, especially in vivid colors.
*Gem Focus & Market Pulse (Free Subscriber)A practicing gemologist should be aware of many imitations and treatments of mother-of-pearl, despite its abundance and inexpensive existence in the market.
*Gem Focus & Market Pulse (Free Subscriber)I devoted several pages to the subject of treatment disclosure and why it was not just a “swell idea,” but necessary to the very survival of the natural gem trade.
Featured ArticlesIn what is an unprecedented recovery over the prior two years of COVID-19 the diamond market has gained faster and recovered more than any of the other luxury markets and it continues to capture the largest share of expendable income dollars.
Diamond MarketDealers express optimism for holiday season. Market gearing up for Tucson but realistic about the potential for Omicron variant to discourage some overseas participation.
Colored Stone MarketThe most often encountered task for gemologist-appraisers are reports involving merchandise seized as contraband.
The Appraiser's NotebookJade—this ancient Eastern treasure—is given as thorough an English language exposed by Hughes, et al., as possible for such an important subject.
Book ReviewMore recently the market has experienced a surge in demand for blue-green sapphire marketed as “teal” sapphire.
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