There is a great deal of confusion on the topic of diamonds, diamond simulants, that which is sometimes called a "created diamond" and outright fakes. This guide is to give a basic understanding of some of the...
Records of commercial pearl harvesting go back 2500+ years, making pearls one of our most ancient and treasured gems. They are also uniquely feminine gems. Attempts have been made at marketing pearls to men,...
There seems to be a fair bit of confusion about what a "created" gemstone is, and more to the point, what it is not. Some people use the term very casually and think it means glass, rhinestone, cubic zirconia,...
Note that this is a general guide only. It doesn't go into great detail, and there's plenty that it leaves out. It is intended to give a good general idea, some tips and hints, and simple suggestions regarding...