What's an Opal? Have you ever wondered how an opal is formed? How old is it? What is it? Well, here are some answers to those common questions. Opal Creation Opal is formed from a solution of silicon...
Fine Jewelry Making can be very very easy with Snaptite Castings. Make Gemstone Earrings Pendants quickly, easily and so affordably! MAKE A PAIR OF STUD EARRINGS YOURSELF. HERE'S HOW: STEP 1 ...
I HAVE BEEN SELLING ON EBAY SINCE 1999. THER SEEMS TO BE A LOT OF CONFUSION WHEN IT COMES TO PURCHASING A LOOSE GEM, EITHER PRECIOUS, DIAMOND, RUBY,EMERALD OR SAPPHIRE OR SEMI PRECIOUS OR EXOTIC.THIS GUIDE...
Declasse Gems - What are they? As a jewelry and gem seller, I'm surprised to see that there are those who still insist on hawking declasse gems. They are purchased at gem shows for a few bucks a piece (the...
American Gemological Laboratories (AGL) became the first laboratory in the world to quantify colored stones in a linear, comparative manner. The organization and its President, C. R. Beesley, are...
There are 5 simple rules to help you to become a successful buyer and to avoid getting rip-off on gemstones at Ebay. 1. Why are you buying the gemstone? So what do you want this gemstone for? Is it for...
With the Christmas buying season fast approaching, it's time to revisit our Gemstone and Pearl Buying Tips! Knowing what to look for (and what to stay away from) will ensure that both the buyer and seller are...
Diamonds (A Few Helpful Tips For Anyone Buying Diamonds)~~~~~~~~~~~ DIAMONDS ARE THE ONLY TRULY PURE GEMSTONE - DIAMONDS ARE PRIMARILY CARBON. (Carbon is the element that forms the building blocks of...
A chemically pure and structurally perfect diamond is perfectly transparent with no hue, or color. However, in reality almost no gem-sized natural diamonds are absolutely perfect. The diamond color may be...
Declasse Emeralds - What are They? As a jewelry and gem seller, I'm surprised to see that there are those who still insist on hawking declasse gems. They are purchased at gem shows for a few bucks a piece...