Alco Jewelers (Listing id 93435)

Apatite
"Good things come in small packages" such is the case with apatite. Although seldom seen in jewelry stores, and

Faceted Round Cuts
There are two main categories of faceted stones: round shapes and straight-sided shapes.

Gemstone Treatments
The majority of gemstones on the market are routinely enhanced using a range of treatments. You should be aware of the

Emerald
The chromium and vanadium present in emerald produce its vibrant colour, which is stable against light and heat and so

Natural glass: obsidian and moldavite
Natural glass tends to be overlooked as a gemstone because of the extensive use of manufactured glass in gemstone

Orthoclase Feldspar
Orthoclase is a moderately cheap transparent stone that is colourless or pale yellow and can have a bluish white

Setting, designing and size considerations
A stone setting is more than just a means of securing a gemstone. It plays an important part in the design of a piece