Read this post from the GIA: here
Three birthstones for June
The month of June is one of three months featuring three birthstones. Alexandrite, Moonstone, and Pearl. are the birthstones for June. Read a post about June birthstones from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) here:
There Still Time...
Register for GJ202-Appraising Gems and Jewelry for Insurance Scheduling. This ASA webinar starts Wednesday, June 2. Get additional course information and a link to register: https://bit.ly/3wMgM9N
May Birthstone
Emerald is the May Birthstone. Read this post by the GIA here:
Biden's Planned Tax Hikes May Affect Appraisal Industry
Read this interesting article in the Huffington Post on How Biden’s Proposed Tax Hikes may affect the valuation industry: here
Diamond-The April Birthstone
For those lucky enough to be born in April-Diamond is your birthstone. Read this article posted by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) : here
Aquamarine - The March Birthstone
Read an informative article by the Gemological Institute of America on Aquamarine here:
Amethyst - The February Birthstone
Read this article on the February birthstone from GIA: here
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year from Boston Estate & Gem Appraisal with best wishes for 2021!
Hello December
Turquoise, Tanzanite, and Zircon are the December birthstones. Read about these beautiful gems in this post from GIA: Here
November Birthstones
Citrine and Topaz are the November birthstones. Read about them in this post from GIA: here
Opal & Tourmaline-October Birthstones
Read about the October birthstones in this post by GIA: here
Sapphire-The September Birthstone
Read an article on Sapphire from GIA: here
Ruby - July Birthstone
Ruby is the birthstone for July. Read this article on Ruby from the GIA: here
There are three birthstones for the month of June
June is one of only three months which have three (3) birthstones: Alexandrite, Moonstone, and Pearl. Read about these beautiful but very different gemstones in this post from the GIA: here
Emerald - Birthstone for May
Read this post from the GIA on Emerald: here
Happy New Year from Bostonega
When did you last update your jewelry appraisals? We suggest updates every 3-5 years. Make 2020 the year you update your jewelry appraisals. Call to make an appointment.
DeBeers Issues Synthetics Guidelines
DeBeers has created a synthetic diamond line called, “Lightbox”. Read more about the guidelines they have created for their retail partners selling synthetic diamonds in Rapaport’s online magazine, “Diamonds.net” Click here:
Seasons Greetings from Bostonega
Best wishes to all our clients and their families for a wonderful holiday season.
Diamond shapes other than rounds
There are other shapes to consider when shopping for a diamond. Read this post from the American Gem Society (AGS) here: https://bit.ly/2l0YrX9