With some gemstones you might wonder if the price is down to earth, while one in particular may seem astronomical in cost. Consider the beautiful gemstone peridot. While the attractive citrus-green shades of peridot have been…
Featured ArticlesAbout four years ago, Ethiopian opal started to appear on the market and gained the attention of the trade with questions of stability. This low priced opal material could be quite attractive but no one…
Market TrendsCurrent Market—Overview The Tucson gem and mineral show an important barometer in our industry for how colored gemstones will do for the year. In recent years, the emphasis was on foreign buyers driving up prices…
*Gem Focus & Market Pulse (Free Subscriber)The market continues to seek a level footing. Business remains segmented with certain regions experiencing weak sales, while many other areas are enjoying growth. So, yes, it is a global economy but it is a…
*Gem Focus & Market Pulse (Free Subscriber)Some of the most beautiful and unique jewels are the ones that have previously belonged to someone else's history. These bloggers love to find these treasures of the past and re-purpose them to give them…
BlogColored stone dealers have shifted their attention to the major international February Tucson Gem Shows. Tens of thousands of dealers and buyers are expected in Tucson during the course of the month as approximately 40…
*Gem Focus & Market Pulse (Free Subscriber)Gemworld International recently received a parcel of rough and faceted light green tourmalines for analysis. The material was examined and the quality characteristics were recorded. The lot consisted of five faceted samples ranging from 5…
Gem NotesSynthetic and treated diamond melee continues to plague the industry. Auctions continue to amaze with record prices on diamonds. Mixed US markets heading into the holidays. Belgium exports rise but US is third in world…
Diamond MarketTanzania is a country rich in resources but high in poverty and unskilled labor. The recent government sponsored gem show is just one effort to bring Arusha into the spotlight as a potential major gem trading…
Featured ArticlesAlthough tanzanite does not directly compete against sapphire, consumers looking for blue do have a choice and the lower price of tanzanite can be very attractive. We refer to this as color substitution. When a…
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