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Gemstones

Gemstones are mined from the Earth’s crust. These gorgeous rocks are available in every virtually imaginable color. These beautiful minerals infuse fine jewelry to give it a natural brilliance. These are categorized based on their characteristics, chemical composition, lustre, availability, color, inclusions, rarity and demand as precious or semi-precious. Their aesthetic value makes them attractive which, makes them a perfect choice for jewelry. Gemstones can be set in with a pair of earrings, a bracelet, an engagement ring, a necklace, etc. Before putting them to use, they need to be cut and polished. Moreover, since ancient times, gemstones have been recognized as birthstone for each month and are a symbol to commemorate special events and milestones. The most popular gemstones are Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Topaz, Tanzanite, Amethyst, Opal, Peridot, Citrine, Aquamarine, etc.

Sapphires

Renowned for its rich variation in different colors and hues, the name derives from Latin sapphirus, meaning blue, although they exist in many others colors like yellow, green, pink, black, brown, and grey. Blue is the most popular and the most associated color with sapphire. These colors are created by variations in minerals like titanium, iron, and chromium.

The highest quality sapphires are mined and found in India, Myanmar. Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, Madagascar, Australia, Montana, Brazil, Tanzania, and North Carolina are some countries where sapphires can be found and extracted. The Mohs’ scale measures the hardness of precious gemstones. 9.00 on the Mohs scale makes them the second hardest substance on Earth after diamond.

Sapphires are a popular choice for a special occasion as it symbolizes commitment, happiness, serenity, and romance. Sapphires can be set in an engagement ring, tennis bracelet, or earrings.

Green Emeralds

Its striking green color makes the emerald a very attractive and popular gemstone for rings and fine jewelry. Emeralds derives its name from the Greek word smaragdus, meaning green gem. It belong s to the mineral family of Beryl that also includes Aquamarines. The color of emerald comes from a small amount of naturally occurring chromium. The color, cut, clarity, and size of an emerald determine its value.

The history of emeralds suggests its mining began in Egypt as emeralds were buried with mummies to preserve the spirits of the dead. Today, the best quality emeralds are found in Columbia, Brazil, Nigeria, Tanzania, Zambia, Afghanistan, Somalia, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Madagascar and some parts of the United States. The Colombian mines of Muzo, Coscuez, and Chivor being the most famous, followed by Zambia.

Emeralds are the birthstone for the month of May. These beautiful stones represent love, prosperity, and overall happiness. It measures 7.5 to 8 on the Moh’s Scale. The bright and vivid green color emeralds are the most valuable.

Red Rubies

Ruby is named from the Latin word Ruber, meaning red. Rubies are available in a diverse range of hues ranging from near-burgundy to pale pink. The variation in its color determines its price. The darker and brighter the stone, the more costly it will be. Ruby's price can also be determined by other considerations such as clarity, cut, and size of the ruby.

Although the stone is popularly mined in Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Vietnam, Mozambique, Thailand, and Kenya, various parts of the United States are some other locations of the world that produce Ruby. Some rubies are priced higher than diamonds and are the most expensive rubies. These are said to come from Burma and are called Burmese rubies.

Ruby is the birthstone for the month of July. Rubies add a striking complement when set in an engagement ring or worn in earrings or a pendant. Sapphires and Rubies are both from the corundum family. Rubies represent love and passion and is believed to provide energy and enthusiasm.

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