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Gemstones

Gemstones are naturally formed in the Earth’s crust and are prized for their vibrant colors and natural brilliance. Classified as precious or semi-precious based on factors like rarity, color, and quality, gemstones add timeless beauty to fine jewelry. Carefully cut and polished, they are perfect for earrings, rings, bracelets, and necklaces. Often chosen as birthstones, gemstones also symbolize special moments and meaningful milestones.

Sapphires

Sapphires are admired for their wide range of colors and rich hues. While the name comes from the Latin sapphirus, meaning blue, sapphires also appear in shades of yellow, green, pink, black, brown, and gray. Blue remains the most iconic and sought-after color, created by natural elements such as iron and titanium.

Sapphires are sourced from renowned locations including India, Myanmar, Thailand, Madagascar, Australia, and the United States. Ranking 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, sapphires are exceptionally durable, second only to diamonds. Symbolizing loyalty, serenity, and romance, sapphires are a timeless choice for engagement rings, bracelets, and earrings.

Green Emeralds

Emeralds are cherished for their vibrant green color, making them a popular choice for rings and fine jewelry. The name emerald comes from the Greek word smaragdus, meaning “green gem.” Emeralds belong to the beryl mineral family, which also includes aquamarine, and their distinctive color is created by traces of naturally occurring chromium. An emerald’s value is determined by its color, cut, clarity, and size.

Historically, emerald mining dates back to ancient Egypt, where the stones were believed to protect the spirit. Today, high-quality emeralds are sourced from Colombia, Brazil, Zambia, Tanzania, Madagascar, and select regions of the United States, with Colombian mines being the most renowned. Emeralds are the birthstone for May and symbolize love, prosperity, and happiness. Ranking 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale, vivid green emeralds are considered the most valuable.

Red Rubies

Ruby takes its name from the Latin word ruber, meaning red. Known for its rich range of red hues—from soft pink to deep burgundy—the value of a ruby increases with intensity and brightness of color, along with clarity, cut, and size. The most vivid and richly colored rubies are considered the most valuable.

Rubies are mined in regions such as Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Mozambique, Thailand, and parts of the United States, with Burmese rubies being among the most prized in the world. As the birthstone for July, rubies symbolize love, passion, and vitality. Belonging to the corundum family, rubies make a striking choice for engagement rings, earrings, and pendants.

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