The Azure Allure: A Journey Through the Ancient History of Lapis Lazuli Few gemstones command the immediate fascination and enduring reverence quite like Lapis Lazuli. Its captivating deep blue, often flecked with golden pyrite and streaked with white calcite, … Continued
From Alchemy to Artifice: The Fascinating Early History of Synthetic Gemstone Creation For millennia, the allure of gemstones has captivated humanity. Their dazzling beauty, rarity, and symbolic power have made them objects of desire, status, and even mystical … Continued
The Diamond Revolution: How Lab-Grown Gems Are Redefining the World of Costume Jewelry For centuries, diamonds have been synonymous with luxury, enduring love, and unparalleled brilliance. Yet, for many, the dream of owning diamond jewelry remained just that – a … Continued
A Celestial Treasure: Unveiling the Belle Époque ‘Comet’ Brooch Every now and then, a piece of jewelry emerges from the annals of history that isn’t just beautiful, but tells a story – a story of celestial wonder, masterful artistry, … Continued
The Future of Adornment: Unveiling the Hottest Fashion Jewelry Trends for 2026 The world of fashion jewelry is in a constant state of flux, mirroring broader societal shifts and technological advancements. As we look ahead to 2026, the landscape … Continued
Reshaping the Landscape: Understanding GIA’s Evolving Gia Grading of Lab Grown Diamonds The Gemological Institute of America (GIA), long recognized as the global standard-bearer for diamond grading, is implementing a significant shift in its approach to the Grading of Lab … Continued
A NEW UNDERSTANDING OF HOW SEAM OPAL IS MADE IN NATURE is Published with permission of the author, Gerard Faber, Mining Consultant The silica source for the opal is from Diatoms. The acid rain leached the silica from the Diatoms. … Continued
Fossicking Opalton A collection of articles about fossicking Opalton, the first one is from ABC News The red, rugged country of the remote Queensland outback is a far cry from the white powdery slopes of the French Alps, but there’s … Continued
Lightning Ridge Opal Expo The Lure of the Black Opal and Lightning Ridge In the vast, ancient landscapes of Outback New South Wales, a unique phenomenon occurs: the birth of the world’s most coveted black opals. These mesmerizing gemstones, with … Continued
Tomahawk Creek Sapphires Queensland holds a secret beneath its sun-drenched soil: the shimmering allure of sapphires. Among the numerous fossicking havens that dot this mineral-rich state, Tomahawk Creek stands out as a legendary locale, whispered in hushed tones by gem … Continued