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Gemstone Guide

Gemstones fill our lives with a rainbow of vibrant colors. Each shines bright with unique attributes and a story of its own. Whether you’re looking to add a pop of color to your wardrobe or give the gift of birthstone jewelry, we have dazzling gemstones for every style. Explore the variables that go into our radiant collections below. 

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Gemstone Colors

Red
Garnet - January Birthstone | Mozambique | Ruby - July Birthstone

Pink
Pink Sapphire | Rhodolite Garnet 

Yellow
Sapphire | Citrine - November Birthstone

Green
Emerald - May Birthstone | Bloodstone | Jade | Peridot - August Birthstone

Blue
Blue Sapphire - September Birthstone | Aquamarine - March Birthstone | Blue Chalcedony | Blue Spinel | Blue Zircon - December Birthstone | Lapis

Purple
Amethyst - February Birthstone | Tanzanite

Brown
Smoky Quartz

Black/Gray
Tahitian Pearl | Onyx

White
Pearl - June Birthstone | White Spinel | White Topaz | Moissanite | Opal - October Birthstone | Diamond - April Birthstone

Popular Gemstone Jewelry

Explore the collection, featuring vibrant pieces that showcase the beauty of nature’s most precious stones.

Each piece is designed to add a colorful touch to your style.
Cut

Gems are cut in a variety of different ways. Oftentimes, transparent stones are cut with facets to maximize the color, except when it comes to diamonds. Stones like jade, opal and onyx may have a smooth, domed shape known as a cabochon. Other stones, like cameos, are intricately carved. 

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Carat

Another variable that goes into the value of a gemstone is carat weight. Since 1907, the universal standard one carat has been exactly 200 milligrams or about the weight of a single paperclip. Typically, gemstones that have a higher weight are more rare and therefore higher in value. However, if you’re comparing gemstones composed of different materials, there will be differences in carat weight even if the gemstones are the same size.

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Clarity
When it comes to showcasing the beauty of a gemstone, clarity is key. This factor refers to the imperfections found in gemstones, otherwise known as internal inclusions and external blemishes.

Some stones, such as aquamarine and citrine, have minimal inclusions. However, gemstones, like emeralds and rubies, tend to have more. In certain stones, the presence of inclusion can actually increase the value because they may enhance the color or add unique characteristics. 

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Jewelry & Watch Repair
Expert on-ste repair services for your cherished jewelry and timepieces, ensuring they shine and function like new.
Learn More
Custom Design
Bring your dream jewelry to life with custom designs tailored to your vision, from unique rings to reimagined heirlooms.
Learn More
Professional Appraisals
Accurate and certified appraisals for your valuable jewelry and watches, tailored to your needs.
Learn More

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