Sunstone is a member of the Feldspar group, and is named for its warm shades of gold, orange, reds and browns reflecting the radiance of the sun and the fire of the solar ray. The “Schiller” phenomenon (aventurescence) gives this stone the glittery effect and allows it to “glow” as if it has its own internal […]
Iolite is a mineral of the cordierite variety. The name iolite comes from ios, the Greek name for the color for violet. Iolite is known as “water sapphire” considering it’s deep blue sapphire color. Like sapphire and tanzanite, its fellow blue gemstones, iolite transmits light differently when viewed from different directions.By looking to the sky […]
The Rainbow Moonstone name is given to a different types of Labradorite stones with certain color shades. That light blue color mixed with different shades of pearly white is what make this gemstone so popular. The stronger the blue color is the more valuable the stone is. In addition to it’s appealing looks, moonstones are […]
Amethyst is the most popular semi-precious gemstone out there, it is used in jewelry because of its mesmerizing color of deep purple. It is also known for its hardness and relatively low price. With Amethyst, color is an extremely important factor in its value. Color could range from pinkish hue, to deep purple, and the […]
Taking care of Sterling Silver Regular care is how you keep your silver in its optimal state. To get the best look out of your silver, here’s how to take care of it.Silver jewelry are a staple in every woman or man jewelry box. Yet, some people often make the mistake of neglecting their sterling […]
925 sterling silver is the go to choice for jewelry making. It has been used in jewelry and other decorative articles since ages, and its value keeps going up, which makes it a great investment. There is high demand for silver in industry, technology, coinage and jewelry, which makes it at risk of being faked. […]