was the key to their success. Why?.
Stone settings and design techniques
There are many things to consider when designing jewllery, how big the piece will be, what the focal point will be etc.
Corundum
The most important of the gem families, corundum provides us with two of the best-known stones: ruby and sapphire. The
Physical Properties of Gemstone Material
An understanding of the optical and physical properties of the material is a prerequisite to knowing the best ways of
Semi Precious Gemstones
If a gemstone is not precious, or organic, or artificial…. then the odds are it’s a semi precious stone.
Iolite (cordierite or dichroite)
What most people don't realize is that top-quality iolite rivals the best tanzanite in both colour and saturation. If
Kyanite
Nearly all gemstones have a single hardness value, no matter where it is measured on the crystal.
Gemstone Cuts
Behind every beautiful gemstone is a highly talented designer, but the skill of the lapidary (cutter) is often