November 20, 2008
Tanzanite is amongst the world’s rarest gems. Discovered in the Meralani Hills of Northern Tanzania in 1967 by Henry Platt (ex president and chairman of Tiffany & Co.), this blue/purple variety of the mineral zoisite is a popular and valuable gemstone when cut.
What makes Tanzanite an exceptional gem choice?
Trichroism
One of the most striking attributes about [...]
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November 15, 2008
A beautiful ruby ring is a welcome addition to most fine jewelry collections. The gorgeous red gemstone is the perfect gift for her July birthday, your 40th wedding anniversary, or just because she likes the color red. In addition, contemporary couples wanting a different type of engagement ring, might well consider a ruby.
Like sapphire, ruby [...]
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November 5, 2008
Popular since the Middle Ages, blue sapphire, the September birthstone, is thought to represent inner peace and meditation. It is also believed to aid in creative pursuits.
The most prized color is the velvety blue from the Kashmir valley in Northern India, although production in this location has become limited. Nowadays, the gemstone in your sapphire [...]
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