Pearl Jewelry – World of Gemstones
Ancient civilizations have loved pearl jewelry for thousands of years. They are one of the most famous and cherished gems of all time. Historically, divers and fishers discovered pearls by chance. Mollusks produce layers of nacre around some type of…
Topaz Jewelry – World of Gemstones
Topaz Jewelry – A World of Colors Topaz occurs in many colors including yellow, honey-yellow, yellow-brown, brown, green, blue, light blue, pink, peach, champagne, salmon, and cherry red. It is also pleochroic (it can show different colors in different crystal…
Jade Jewelry – World of Gemstones
What we refer to as “jade” can actually be one of two separate gems: nephrite or jadeite. Humanity’s utilization of jade has an extremely long history with prehistoric humans using it for hunting. As early as 3000 B.C., jade jewelry…
Emerald Jewelry – World of Gemstones
The birthstone for May, emeralds are considered a symbol of rebirth and springtime, and some believe they can grant a person good fortune, foresight, and youth. Jewelers love the beauty of emerald jewelry as it brings out green eyes especially….
Diamond Jewelry – World of Gemstones
They’re among the jewelry world’s “Big 4,” they are the birthstone for April, they are sung about in many songs, they are used in a variety of book and movie titles, and they’re often known as a “girl’s best friend.”…
Schwanke-Kasten Explores the World of Gemstones: Rubies
When you think of red gemstones, one choice immediately comes to mind: Rubies! They are one of the rarest gemstones on the planet and part of the “Big 4” in the jewelry world: diamonds, sapphires, emeralds, and rubies. In fact,…
