Theme “Coloured Gemstones – An Indispensable Part of Jaipur Heritage” celebrates Jaipur’s global leadership in the coloured gemstone industry Key Highlights The Jaipur Jewellery Show (JJS) 2026 took a significant step towards its upcoming edition as the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Shri Bhajan Lal Sharma, officially unveiled the event’s theme poster and accepted the…
Key Highlights Strengthening access to professional gemstone and jewellery certification services, IIGJ Lab, a project of the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), has inaugurated a new Collection Centre at the premises of the Jewellers Association of Jaipur in Johari Bazar. The initiative is aimed at making internationally recognised gemstone, diamond, pearl and jewellery testing…
Key Highlights Bollywood actor Aamir Khan has once again highlighted the appeal of rare natural gemstones, choosing a bespoke Madagascar ruby wedding ring crafted by luxury jewellery brand QWEEN for his marriage to Gauri Spratt. Unlike celebrity weddings known for grandeur and extravagance, the couple opted for an intimate ceremony at Aamir Khan’s Bandra residence,…
If you’ve ever heard the phrase ‘cardinal gems’ and wondered what this means, now’s your chance to find out. Gem-A Gemmology Tutor Pat Daly breaks down this historic term and explains how the concept has stood the test of time. The term ‘cardinal gems’ may be used to spotlight five stones – diamond, ruby, sapphire,…
Foundation Stone Laying and Bookings Expected by End-June 2026; World’s First Dedicated Coloured Gemstone Bourse to Take Shape in Jaipur Key Highlights The Jaipur Gems and Jewellery Bourse (JGJB), a landmark initiative jointly promoted by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) and the Jewellers Association Jaipur (JAJ), is poised to enter a significant…
Key Highlights Gemological Science International (GSI), in collaboration with Bharat Ratnam Mega CFC, an initiative of GJEPC and supported by the commerce ministry of India, successfully conducted its next batch of “Gem Identification Masterclass”, focusing on the growing importance of gemstone education within the Indian jewelry industry. As gemstones continue to gain momentum globally, the…
I’ve been a fan of Mercurius Jewelry’s work for a long time, but I had never met the people behind the brand or seen their jewelry in person until recently. Now that I’ve held these beauties in my hands, I love them even more!
Spectroscopy is the observation or measurement of the absorption and emission of electromagnetic radiation by gemstones. Today, this methodology and its associated tools are vital for gemmologists and can be used to reliably indicate a gemstone’s identity. Here, Gem-A Gemmology Tutor Pat Daly explains more about the history and significance of this scientific technique. Sir Isaac Newton observed the spectrum of…
Colour is one of the most appealing features of gemstones and is often the main reason why they are valued. However, it is also true to say that some mineral colours are rarer and more prized than others. Here, Gem-A Gemmology Tutor Pat Daly explores the nuanced world of colour in gemstones, including brilliant reds, Kashmir sapphires,…
When we look at faceted gemstones, we see and appreciate their colours, transparency, brilliance and fire. What we sometimes take for granted, however, is the fashioning that makes it possible to enjoy these visual effects. To explain more, Gem-A Gemmology Tutor Pat Daly has created this useful introduction to diamond cut and shape, incorporating faceting…
Dyeing is probably the most common and cheapest way to treat gem materials, to make inferior stones seem to be of good quality or to substitute inexpensive materials for costly natural stones. Here, Gem-A Gemmology Tutor Pat Daly takes a closer look at dyed material and explains how experienced gemmologists can identify evidence of such…
If you're in the market for rubies, read this. There's an interloper among those red beauties - and it's been spotted at mainstream retailers, priced well above its true value.
Pistachio ice cream cones, red ripened cherries, life like starfish and slices of watermelon are just some of the motifs that have gone from childhood memories to sketches in a notepad to imaginative three-dimensional gold and exclusively cut gemstone jewels since Paula Doebrich’s launched her brand Meluzza, in 2024. Her most recent collection New Beginnings
Gemmologists often encounter simulants of natural gemstones, like artificial glass paste. Synthetic and composite stones of various kinds may be troublesome to identify, but those made of glass are among the most common and are usually easy to recognise. As Gem-A Tutor Pat Daly describes in the article below, glasses may also be natural stones,…
The fascinating internal world of gemstones is an important area of study for gemmologists. Although some inclusions are common, others are far rarer and more elusive. Some professionals may go their entire lives without seeing these specific internal features in person. Here, Gem-A Tutor Pat Daly shares some ‘once in a lifetime’ inclusions and what…
The description ‘oily green’ is sometimes used in connection with peridot. It is not intended as a criticism; it is a term which has been traditionally associated with the colour of this stone. Here, Gem-A Tutor Pat Daly explains why this descriptive moniker is used and what it tells us about this vibrant green mineral… Peridot is a beautiful gemstone It can be brown…
If you are new to gemmology, you may not be wholly familiar with the gem material known as spinel. Historically, these gems were confused with corundum, especially in red hues, which adds to its mystery and intrigue for gemmologists. Today, however, they are an important stone used in fine and high jewellery and deserve their own spotlight. Here, Gem-A tutor Pat Daly…
