19/08/2015
• Megan Austin
Sapphire has played a unique role in Australia’s mining history that stretches back to the 1850s with the discovery of the first sapphire in NSW. In the first installment of a series looking at Aussie gemstones, MEGAN AUSTIN explores this home-grown treasure.
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23/07/2015
• Megan Austin
Faceted, red gemstones represent the colour of love, fire and passion, and are always in demand. What could they be? MEGAN AUSTIN reports.
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29/06/2015
• Megan Austin
Transparent, faceted green gemstones ranging from mint to moss to dark viridian have held our fascination for generations. What could they be? Megan Austin continues the Gem Detective series.
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29/04/2015
• Megan Austin
Faceted, transparent gemstones ranging from cool violet to warm purple symbolise the colour of royalty and piety. What could they be? MEGAN AUSTIN investigates.
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25/03/2015
• Megan Austin
Brilliant transparent gemstones in warm tropical tones of pale lemon, rich gold, delicate apricot or vivid saffron can be challenging to identify. What could they be? Megan Austin reports.
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16/02/2015
• Megan Austin
Pink transparent gemstones appeal to a wide range of tastes and also come in a wide range of forms. From lavender to hot pink, what could they be? MEGAN AUSTIN sets out to investigate.
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21/01/2015
• Megan Austin
Sparkling, colourless gemstones may appear similar to the naked eye but they can vary significantly in identity, rarity and value. Making such distinctions requires the detective skills of a qualified gemmologist. Megan Austin reports.
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21/10/2014
• Megan Austin
Beautiful blue gemstones ranging from sky-coloured pastels to deep-sea blues are captivating to many but not always so easy to identify. In this new series, the gem detective, Megan Austin discusses how to navigate the complexities of the blue gemstone family.
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19/09/2014
• Megan Austin
The French-named “oeil de chat” or “eye of the cat” is a powerful protective talisman said to ward off evil spirits and even improve night vision. Megan Austin explores this popular and unusual gemstone.
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06/08/2014
• Megan Austin
From the land of exotic spice markets, grand bazaars and ancient ruins comes a beautiful, rare and unusual colour-changing gemstone. Megan Austin investigates Turkish diaspore and the trademarked names that honour its country’s heritage.
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06/08/2014
• E. Billie Hughes
The path down Myanmar’s infamous Mogok Stone Tract is perilous but the promise of riches continues to attract intrepid gemstone explorers. E. Billie Hughes visits the ruby capital.
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16/07/2014
• Megan Austin
When rotated in the hand, star gemstones seem to follow the bearer in an unblinking gaze. It’s easy to see why they were once used as guiding stars by ancient travellers and seekers. Megan Austin reports.
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25/06/2014
• Megan Austin
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16/12/2013
While most people are familiar with the term “birthstone” and its association with a monthly calendar, do you know which one corresponds with each month? And perhaps more importantly, can you answer customer questions about gemstones?
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03/12/2013
As if there isn't already enough misinformation about jewellery on the internet, retailers also regularly have to deal with myths and bunkum about gemstones.
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