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 paid close attention to my NYCJAOS Spring 2025 coverage, you’ll know that I had the great pleasure of seeing THREE real antique tiaras at one show! I’ve given you a peek at these beauties, but I also thought they deserved their own post.
Traverse the full spectrum of jewellery colours that this summer brings to the table, from the calm, crystalline purity of Boucheron’s botanical creations to Bvlgari’s life-affirmingly vivid Polychroma collection, displayed in all shades of the rainbow. Boucheron 18,000 hours of work went into Boucheron’s 2025 Carte Blanche high jewellery collection, Impermanence – a contemplative exploration…
The perfect antique Georgian diamond rivière is an item that graces many jewelry lovers’ ultimate jewelry bucket lists. I would probably trade a non-essential organ for this one.
Pearls aren’t just for the social elites or old-school anymore. In 2025, they’re bold, baroque, and breaking all the rules with fresh colours, gender-neutral designs, and a new focus on sustainability. The Pearl Revival: What’s Fueling the Comeback? Pearls are enjoying a cultural renaissance. Once typecast as prim, proper, and painfully predictable, the gem…
This season’s visually stunning timepieces lend glamour to your summer ensemble. Chopard Jewellery Watches Since its foundation in 1860, Chopard’s storied history has been defined by milestones of innovation, craftsmanship, and artistic excellence, cementing the Maison’s reputation as ‘Masters of Jewellery Watches’. From the brilliant-cut and baguette diamond-set designs of the 1960s through to 1997’s…
You may be surprised who pulls out the skull rings and cross pendants on weekends. Seems everybody wants to be a rock star. Just ask Gerard Marti, owner of Célèbrités galleries in Maui. His customers include Steven Tyler, Tommy Lee and Paris Hilton, as well as the co-founder of MySpace.
The Las Vegas Couture Show, held from June 4-8, 2025 could have been hit or miss with the rising costs of gold and the uncertainty of the tariffs and other economic issues. But creativity, craft and history melded together to showcase one-of-kind, limited editions and jewelry that mined the past for present day inspiration. And
The best gifts come in jewellery boxes. These Gen-Z approved jewels are statement-making, versatile and androgynous, and ever so timeless. Young, fun & carefree Boucheron’s Quatre collection, now a youthful 20 years old, has truly come of age. Its distinctive design remains as relevant and wearable today as it was upon its debut. Quatre, meaning…
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
Mother’s Day is a time when you look for the perfect gift to reflect your relationship with the woman or women who are and will remain the true gems of your life. Their understanding, guidance and nurturing have have been ‘home’ whenever you needed to feel safe, protected, grounded and unconditionally loved. Here we feature
When Sam Mee decided to launch The Antique Ring Boutique he had been looking to buy a flat in London but instead took a chance and used his savings to buy his first 20 rings. His company has now grown to include over 1000 styles, predominately from the 18th through early 20th century. He sells
Designers are still enchanted with charms that speak to love, luck, protection and guidance, often inspired by the past. Whether they are influenced by the history of motifs and messages of ancient times or the nostalgia of vintage objects and imagery—they reinterpret and reinvent them with a nod to what will resonate with their customers.
The tennis bracelet has been rejuvenated over the years and is offered in multiple variations since it first landed on the jewelry scene. Landed is what is actually did when it became the-must have item of the late 1970’s and early 80’s and received its moniker. Tennis legend Chris Evert was engaged in a long
Special feature by Longines Time is of the essence for Estetica Group’s Karen Lam and the Longines Mini DolceVita ensures she gets through the day efficiently and in style. In a fast-paced world, where every second counts, Karen Lam, CEO of Estetica Group and a mother of three, exemplifies the art of time management. Juggling her professional and…
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…
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