The Carribean based retailer to sell LG Diamonds in different colors. The line will be called “Engrace”. Read the article from National Jeweler Magazine: http://bit.ly/2wPBkkv
A Quick Review of the FTC's Guidelines on Lab-Grown Diamonds
To better understand the FTC’s guidelines on Lab-Grown Diamonds, read this article in National Jeweler Magazine by Michelle Graff: https://bit.ly/2WMOXvN
August Birthstone(s)
Peridot, Sardonyx, and Spinel are the birthstones for the month of August. For more information, read this article published by the American Gem Society (AGS) click: here
FTC makes changes to jewelry guidelines.
The FTC recently made several key changes to it's jewelry guides including removing the term "Natural" to describe mined diamonds. The term "Cultured" was also added to describe laboratory grown Diamonds. The new guides are confusing to the consumer and need further interpretation as lab grown diamonds are becoming increasingly prevalent in today's jewelry market. To read more from the article in National Jeweler Magazine click: here
July Birthstone - Ruby
Ruby is the red variety of the mineral corundum, colored by the element chromium. All other colors of gem-quality corundum are called sapphire, which means color is key for this royal stone.
Accordingly, the name “ruby” comes from rubeus, the Latin word for red. In ancient Sanskrit, ruby translated to ratnaraj, which meant “king of precious stones.” These fiery gems have been treasured throughout history for their vitality.
The chromium that gives ruby its red color also causes fluorescence, which makes rubies glow like a fire from within. Paradoxically, chromium is also what makes this gem scarce because it can cause cracks and fissures. Few rubies actually grow large enough to crystallize into fine quality gems, and these can bring even higher prices than diamonds.
Burma’s Mogok Valley historically produced the finest ruby material, famous for its deep blood-red color with purplish hues. These Burmese Rubies, also called Pigeon’s Blood Rubies, command a premium over brownish or orange-tinged varieties from other regions. For more information click: Here
June Birthstone(s)
There are three (3) birthstones for the month of June: Pearl; Alexandrite; and Moonstone. Check out this post from the American Gem Society (AGS) for more information click: here
Diamond - The April Birthstone
To read an article by The American Gem Society about the history surrounding the birthstone for April click: here
Aquamarine - The March Birthstone
To read an article on Aquamarine written by the American Gem Society for their Blog click here:
January Birthstone-Garnet
Garnet, the birthstone of January, is mined in a rainbow of colors. From the fiery orange of Mandarin Garnet to the rich green of Tsavorite Garnet and to the most widely recognized color of Pyrope Garnet, it is considered a great gift to symbolize friendship and trust. To read more: click here
Read MoreHappy New Year
With best wishes for a Happy New Year from Boston Estate and Gem Appraisal. Make one of your New Year's Resolutions to update all your Jewelry Appraisals for Insurance and/or Estate Planning.
Read MoreDecember Birthstones-A study in Blue
There are three (3) birthstones for the month of December- Blue Zircon, Turquoise, and Tanzanite. To learn more, read this article by the American Gem Society: click here
Read MoreLaser inscribed synthetic diamond
GIA discovered a synthetic diamond with a forged laser inscription. Read the complete article from Rapaport Magazine: here
Storied Yellow Diamonds To Be Sold
Two large Fancy Intense Yellow Diamonds to be sold by Sotheby's next month in Geneva.
Read the full article from Rapaport click: here
October Birthstone(s)-Opal & Tourmaline
Those of you born in October get two (2) birthstones: Opal & Tourmaline. Opal's beautiful "play of color" shows multi colors when moved. Tourmaline comes in many different colors and in gem quality is often confused with Ruby, Emerald, and/or Sapphire. For more information click: here
September Birthstone-Sapphire
The birthstone for September is Sapphire. Although Sapphire comes in many different colors, blue is the color associated with the September Birthstone. For more information click: here
DeBeers Cuts Sightholder Allocations
Read the complete article from Rapaport Magazine: here
A Hands-on Lesson in Telling Gemstones Apart →
Gemstone Identification is one of the many services we provide. An article by Brecken Branstrator in National Jeweler magazine, discusses some of the equipment used to determine gemstones. To read the complete article click: here
Warren Morss earns Accredited Senior Appraiser designation →
I am excited to announce I have achieved an Accredited Senior Appraiser designation from the American Society of Appraisers (ASA). This designation is the culmination of four years of hard work involving classwork, testing, and a review of my report writing by the ASA International Board of Examiners.
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