19/11/2021
Jeweller explores the captivating hues of orange and yellow gemstones, from the rich gold of topaz to mandarin garnet, fresh citrine, and smouldering fire opal.
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09/06/2021
• Mikaelah Egan
Kunzite, a variety of spodumene, is a relatively lesser-known gem in the world of jewellery – yet its beautiful pink-to- violet colouring, owed to the presence of manganese, continues to attract a growing number of admirers and collectors.
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11/05/2021
• Mikaelah Egan
The aptly named moonstone has been associated with the moon across various cultures throughout history. In Hindu mythology, moonstone is believed to be made of solidified moonbeams.
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05/11/2020
• Susan Hartwig
In part one of the jade series, we noted that the name ‘jade’ is a commercial term used for two minerals: jadeite and nephrite. Last month we focused on jadeite; this month, we focus on nephrite.
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13/10/2020
• Susan Hartwig
The lustrous texture and luminous colours of polished jade have been prized for thousands of years. Ancient cultures in North, Central and South America, New Zealand, Asia and Europe valued jade for its beauty, hardness and durability; properties that made it suitable for use in implements, jewellery, regalia and decorative items.
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03/10/2019
• Arabella Roden • Former editor
Coloured gemstones are firing up the jewellery industry. ARABELLA RODEN explores the rainbow of opportunities presented by this increasingly popular category.
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16/08/2018
• Elzbieta Sontag
Is it possible for amber to fascinate us even more than it already does with its warmth, magic, unique range of hues and natural patterns? The short answer is “yes” according to ELZBIETA SONTAG.
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27/09/2016
• Kathryn Wyatt
Art Deco remains a popular style not just for engagement rings but also for other jewellery items. KATHRYN WYATT expands on her previous column by delving deeper into the Art Deco movement.
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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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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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22/01/2014
As prices of ruby, sapphire and emerald continue to climb, coloured gemstone consumers are turning to some extraordinary lesser-known alternatives that both surprise and delight, one of which is tanzanite.
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04/05/2010
• Katherine Kovacs
The shape of a gemstone variety's rough
will determine its best-possible cut. The emerald has had a cut so regularly
applied to it, that the cut itself was named "emerald cut". KATHERINE
KOVACS reports.
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04/05/2010
• Katherine Kovacs
A cameo is defined as a gemstone that has
been carved in relief with a picture of a scene, figure or face. One of the
most widely-used is a portrait of a face in profile. KATHERINE KOVACS reports.
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12/09/2009
Tiger’s eye is a member of the quartz group of chalcedonies and is the anniversary gemstone for the ninth year of marriage.
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