Knowledge
Our knowledge section provides important background information on gemstones in general, investments and gemmology.
Pigeon Blood, Royal Blue & Padparadscha – Special Color Shades in Gemstones
Gemstones come not only in different colors, but also in a variety of shades. Some are more sought after and thereful more valuable than others d [...]
Gemstone or precious stone?
What is the difference between gemstone and precious stone? Which stones are suitable for jewelry? Which ones for an investment? [...]
Rough gemstones & untreated, natural gems
Rough stones, untreated gemstones, natural gemstones - are they one and the same? [...]
The Colors of Gemstones
The color of a gemstone is not only decisive for its naming, also the value of a gemstone depends strongly on its color. [...]
Birthstones
In der Astrologie und in der Steinheilkunde werden Edelsteine und Mineralien unterschiedlichen Zeiträumen zugeordnet. Grundlage dafür ist die A [...]
On the price of gemstones
The question "How much do gemstones cost?" can certainly be answered, as the price of a gemstone is based on several factors. [...]
Beryl: More than “just” emerald
From the mineral group of beryl, the emerald is probably best known as a green variety. But also other varieties of the beryl group are in demand [...]Gemstone Treatments: How stones are “enhanced”
Since people became interested in gemstones and found that rare and beautiful things are often expensive, there have been attempts at counterfeit [...]
