Las Vegas was slow for diamond dealers there with few claiming successful sales. Rapaport poll results are a strong no towards lab-grown diamonds yet a desire to disclose treatments. With melee prices on the decline…
Diamond MarketOne evening last January, I just couldn’t get to sleep. As I lay in bed wondering what I could do to pass the time, it struck me, “I will look for gemstones on eBay.” Little…
Featured ArticlesMoonstone: Solidified moonlight for Love and Passion… Legendary gemologist G.F. Kunz in his “The Curious Lore of Precious Stones” writes that moonstone is believed to bring good fortune and regarded as sacred in India so much so…
*Gem Focus & Market Pulse (Free Subscriber)EMERALD: THE BIRTHSTONE OF MAY, HAS RECENTLY BEEN A GROWING TREND AFTER A LONG TERM PAUSE. Emerald is the most prized variety of Beryl. The use of emeralds in jewelry and objects of personal adornment date…
*Gem Focus & Market Pulse (Free Subscriber)A common question among valuers is how to value items purchased in different markets. Many factors influence the price, cost, and value. Another consideration is the use of price guides and how the international markets…
Featured ArticlesThe diamond market is interesting for sure right now. While many stores are closing, domestic and international sales are up and the average retail sale is up. However, in melee, there is a surplus and…
Diamond MarketThe colored stone market is experiencing improved demand ahead of the Las Vegas Shows. The big-3 lead demand but many gem varieties are selling well. Small designers and artists reshaping demand in the colored stone…
Colored Stone MarketAmethyst, the purple-violet variety of quartz has been revered and used by many different cultures. A multitude of symbolisms and spiritual powers have been ascribed to it throughout millennia. Although there were a number of…
Market TrendsBranding provides individuality to a gem beyond its beauty, rarity and durability. Its purpose is to add value to the subject material. However, when done loosely, it can result in a misleading interpretation of a…
Featured Articles“Peach” is among the most desirable colors for gemstones. Whether it is sapphire, morganite or garnet…peach is hot! The Pantone Color of the Year for 2019 is “Living Coral” so the color peach is even…
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