was the key to their success. Why?.
Natural Crystals
Many jewelry designers choose to avoid traditionally cut gemstones, instead using natural forms that require minimal
Scapolite
Scapolite is still relatively unknown to jewelry makers and buyers, despite good design potential. Whether it is used
Zircon
It is hard to understand why zircon is not more popular with jewelry makers. Its hardness and fracture are no worse
Topaz
To many people, the word topaz brings to mind an inexpensive stone that is either a heat-treated bright blue or a
Precious Gemstones
The definition of what constitutes a "precious" gemstone is a fluid thing changing with societies tastes, travels and
Jade
Jade is a gemstone with two incarnations - one abundant, the other a rare precious gem. Yet both jadeite and nephrite
Quartz
Quartz is the biggest gemstone species of all, and one of the most widely used in modern jewelry making. This is an