Amethyst is a semiprecious stone, which used to be as expensive as ruby and emerald until the 19th century, when Brazil’s large deposits were discovered. The largest amethyst geode is 3 m (9 ft 10 in) long, 1.8 m (5...

Professional approach to choosing a ring There is a distinct trend for ‘uniqueness’ when it comes to choosing jewelry nowadays. Customers are adventurous and no longer afraid to experiment with metals, stones and shapes, demanding tailor-made approach when it comes...

The queen of precious stones – emerald – is going to be the topic of our talk today. This green variety of beryl contains small amounts of chromium and in some cases vanadium; these are the elements ‘responsible’ for its...

Each year Solidscape showcases the most creative and innovative work by CAD designers pushing the boundaries of creativity through the use of Solidscape High Precision 3D printers. We want to thanks Solidscape for this year's Special Mention of our MAIKO...

Mokume Gane From crafting your personal brand statement or highlighting your excusive feelings to lavish corporate presents. Just about as unique as your personality can be a fusion of metals you chose for your jewelry when you opt for Mokume...

SAPPHIRE Within the group of precious minerals of the Corundum family there is sapphire, with its characteristic blue color – a result of trace amount of certain oxides. Together with rubies ​​and emeralds, sapphires are among the most widely used...

    On the scale of Mohs rubies have a hardness of 9, as well as sapphires. Only diamonds and moissanites are harder. But don’t try to scratch them with a coin to check whether it’s genuine – you may...

From chisels to graphic tablet     This photo of a graphic tablet with five pieces of iron might look a bit curious for a new generation of jewelers in their 30s or younger. For me, however, it represents a...

"A diamond is just a lump of coal that stuck to its job."  (Malcolm Forbes)       As another popular saying goes: diamonds are women’s best friends. Indeed, it’s hard to find a woman, who wouldn’t be seduced by their...