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Enamelling brings vitreous colour to a piece of jewellery, while a gemstone setting provides structure, security and optical focus. Used together, they can…

August’s traditional birthstone is peridot, the green gem associated with vitality and abundance. Spinel offers another way to celebrate an August birthday,…

Turquoise is a hydrated copper-and-aluminium phosphate with a reputation for blue, but its behaviour depends heavily on the individual stone. Natural pieces…

Colour is often the first thing people notice in a gemstone. A vivid blue sapphire, glowing emerald or fiery garnet can make a piece of jewellery feel…

Lapis lazuli held a special place in ancient Egyptian adornment because its intense blue colour was rare, beautiful and difficult to obtain. Unlike many stones…

The history of mourning jewelry in the Victorian era reveals how grief became visible through dress, portraiture and personal keepsakes. In Britain, jewellery…

The science of fluorescence in diamonds under UV light explains why some stones appear to glow blue, yellow, or another colour when exposed to ultraviolet…

A promise ring represents a meaningful commitment without carrying the formal expectations of an engagement ring. The gemstone can express affection, loyalty,…

Celtic knots are formed from continuous lines that loop, cross and return into themselves without a visible beginning or end. In gemstone jewelry, this…

Emeralds are admired for their rich green colour, but their visible inclusions can make buying one less straightforward than choosing a gemstone by appearance…