Variety: Ruby Species: Corundum Refractive Index: 1.762 – 1.770 Pleochroism: orangey red, slightly purplish red Specific Gravity: 4.00 Mohs Hardness: 9 Element: Earth Chakra: Root Commanding the highest per carat price of all colored stones, the finest rubies range from a vibrant red to a slightly purplish red… Read More
Are you a jewelry designer or store looking to try something totally new in terms of sales? We live in a world that is so tightly connected to technology and social media—if you’re still using sales tactics from 20-30… Read More
With the goal in mind to give you a bigger dose of gemstone knowledge, we’ve teamed up with Amelia, who is also a Graduate Gemologist like myself, to provide some blog posts featuring gems. We are excited to have her on board and introduce her to all my… Read More
@paragonofperfection asks: Career question-I think I’m remembering this correctly from your old bio (forgive me if I’m not!) What made you switch from education/English to jewelry? I’ve always been curious about how you knew you wanted to leave your degree/field and move into your passion/other passion. I find… Read More
@avagoldworks writes: Would you rather have a bland piece of jewelry from a famous jewelry store, or a fabulous handcrafted piece by a jeweler who isn’t well-known? GemGossip answers: I think some of the most incredible pieces of jewelry come from jewelers and/or designers that are mostly unknown. … Read More
I’ve decided to add another segment to Gem Gossip after getting LOTS of questions in my inbox and finding it difficult to answer everyone! Since I love to connect with my readers, I thought it was unfair that I couldn’t find time to answer everyone–so, Ask Gem Gossip… Read More
