duel question concerning uncut pricing
Question: 1 is a Ruby a very dark red garnet? and how do I determine the pricing on my sapphires and possible rubies?
Your reply will be extremely helpful. Thank you…
Answer: G’day and many thanks for your query
Your first gemstone you have described as being a ruby – but then say it is a dark red garnet? it can’t be both so have you had them identified correctly?
Once that is done – an assuming they are already cut but not yet set (loose gems) – you can… Continue reading Uncut Gemstone Prices
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Antique Birthday Gemstone History:
Every gemstone has its own story. Some fascinating enough to be heard, others are just the same old story. But it wouldn’t matter how old the story is for as long as it’s important enough to be heard. To know the history of an antique gemstone is all worthwhile especially when you’re dealing with the birthstones.
Every gemstone is antique in its own place and story. Mind you, because these antiques that were buried long before mankind multiplied is more priceless than that done in laboratories and had been fabricated and polished for more… Continue reading Traditional Gemstones in History
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Birthstones: Identifying your Birthday Gemstones:
Garnet
January’s gemstone. Garnet has colors that go from dark red to lavender to rose. This is often mistaken for a ruby but when compared, garnet has its deeper effect than that of the latter. It is said that when worn, it has calming, self-rejuvenating effects.
Amethyst
February’s gemstone. This gemstone is known for its elegant violet color that comes in different shades. Amethyst belongs to the quartz family, which is considered as the most valuable gemstone within the group. With a hardness scale of 7, it has been popular for… Continue reading How To ID Your Birthstones
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Mineral Question: Can you please tell me what you know about Phantom Quartz and Wiluite?
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Answer: G’day Kristine and many thanks for your query.
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Wiluite is a Siberian variation of Idocrase and depending on the color can be confused with quartz. Both of which are NOT very valuable anyway… Continue reading What Is Phantom Quartz and Wiluite? | 5 Comments
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How to Value Loose Diamonds – Natural Gemstones And Opal
