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Unless you are in the field of gemology, it is very unlikely you have heard of the gemstone Jasper. It is unfortunate, though, that so few people are familiar with this stone, as it is beautiful and has many advantages. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about jasper, which will hopefully assist you in becoming more knowledgeable about gemstone education. LEIBISH 29.62ct Tanzanite Gemstone 1. What is a jasper stone? First and foremost, many people want to know what a jasper stone actually is. Well, jasper is an opaque stone, a member of the quartz family, and a combination of several mineral phases, including chalcedony. As one of March's birthstones, jasper is used to create various items, such as vases, and is also cut into gemstones to be used in jewelry pieces. 2. What color is jasper? Jasper is found in reds, yellows, greens, and browns, and occasionally, blues as well. The colors, though exceptionally beautiful, are all opaque, so they lack the gleam that other gemstones such as diamonds, rubies, emeralds, sapphires, and even tourmalines tend to exude. The Red Jasper Gemstone 3. What does jasper look like? Green jasper is a type of jasper stone, which is of course green. This green variety is considered very desirable due to its unique and pure hue. Green jasper can range in shades from a very light sea green to a deeper olive or grass green. This type of jasper has been used throughout history and among different cultures for a variety of purposes including healing, bringing rain, and keeping away evil spirits. 4. How is jasper formed? Jasper is a type of chalcedony, a microcrystalline variety of quartz. It forms when silica-rich sediment or volcanic ash is compacted and mineralized over time. Impurities like iron oxides, clay, or organic materials create the diverse colors and patterns that make jasper so unique. 5. How to identify Jasper? Jasper can be identified by its opaque appearance and intricate patterns. Unlike other chalcedony, it does not allow light to pass through. Its colors range from red, green, yellow, and brown to multicolored varieties, often featuring swirls, bands, or speckles. 6. Where is Jasper Found? Jasper is found worldwide, with notable deposits in Brazil, India, Madagascar, Russia, the United States (particularly Oregon, Idaho, and Arizona), and Australia. 7. Is Jasper a Gemstone? Yes, jasper is a semi-precious gemstone. Its variety of colors and patterns make it a popular choice for jewelry and decorative items. LEIBISH Extraordinaire Belle Citron - Lemon Quartz Diamond Ring 8. What Type of Rock is Jasper? Jasper is a sedimentary rock that is also classified as a variety of chalcedony, a form of quartz. 9. How Many Types of Jasper Are There? There are countless types of jasper, with names reflecting their colors, patterns, or locations of origin. Popular varieties include Ocean Jasper, Brecciated Jasper, Picture Jasper, and Dalmatian Jasper. 10. How to Polish Jasper? Jasper is polished using a rock tumbler or by hand with progressively finer-grit sandpapers, followed by a polishing compound. After careful grinding and buffing, the stone's surface becomes smooth and glossy. 11. How Much is Jasper Worth? The value of jasper depends on its type, color, pattern, and quality. Common jasper may cost $1-$5 per carat, while rare varieties can be more expensive, reaching up to $50 per carat or higher. 12. What is the Hardness of Jasper? Jasper has a Mohs hardness of 6.5 to 7, making it durable and suitable for various uses, including jewelry. Mohs Hardness Scale 13. Can Jasper Go in Water? Yes, jasper can go in water. However, prolonged exposure should be avoided to prevent damage to polished surfaces or patterns. 14. How to Cleanse Jasper? Jasper can be cleansed by rinsing it under running water, placing it in sunlight or moonlight, or using sage or sound vibrations for energy cleansing. 15. What are the Healing Properties of Green and Red Jasper? Green Jasper is believed to promote healing, balance, and emotional stability. Red Jasper symbolizes vitality, courage, and endurance and is said to stimulate motivation and physical strength. 16. How to Spot Fake Ocean Jasper? Authentic Ocean Jasper features intricate orb-like patterns and vibrant colors. Fakes often have unnatural, overly uniform patterns or are made of resin. 17. How Do I Care for My Jasper Jewelry? Clean jasper jewelry with a soft cloth and mild soap solution. Avoid harsh chemicals, ultrasonic cleaners, and prolonged exposure to heat or sunlight. 18. What is the Difference Between Red and Green Jasper? The primary difference lies in their color and associated properties. Red jasper is linked to the root chakra, while green jasper connects to the heart chakra. 19. What is Dalmatian Jasper, and Where is it Found? Dalmatian Jasper, known for its spotted appearance resembling a Dalmatian dog, is primarily found in Chihuahua, Mexico. 20. Where Can I Buy High-Quality Jasper Stones? High-quality jasper can be purchased from reputable gemstone dealers or trusted online platforms. 21. What Are the Differences Between Jasper and Other Gemstones? Unlike most gemstones, jasper is opaque and known for its diverse patterns. It lacks the clarity of gems like quartz or topaz but is prized for its earthy, artistic appeal. LEIBISH 1.94 carat, Blue, Topaz, Pear Shape 22. Is Jasper Suitable for Everyday Wear in Jewelry? Yes, jasper's durability and hardness make it suitable for everyday wear, especially in rings, bracelets, and pendants. 23. How Do I Choose the Right Jasper Stone for My Needs? Consider your preferences for color, pattern, and symbolic meanings. For instance, choose red jasper for energy and confidence or green jasper for calmness and emotional balance. Jasper is a gemstone of immense beauty and significance, perfect for collectors, jewelers, and those seeking spiritual benefits. The word Jasper comes from Old French and means a specked or spotted stone. Although jasper differs greatly from many individuals' idea of a gemstone, it is a warm stone with plenty of character. If you are in the market for something different and a whole lot of color, consider making jasper your next gemstone purchase.

Introduction to Herkimer Diamonds Those of us entranced with gemstones are attracted to the more unusual stones—those with relatively fewer collectors. They have a lesser known story that we can recount to friends. They can also become a statement stone for us—they are as unique as we are. So when you hear someone ask "what is a Herkimer diamond?", you'll have the right answer after you've already become a specialized collector. LEIBISH 2.82 carat, Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond, Emerald Shape, VS2 Clarity What are Herkimer Diamonds? Because Herkimer diamonds (sometimes referred to as Herkimer crystal) are more of a collector's stone, you'll actually be seen as a gemstone expert if you have one. Herkimer diamonds, also referred to as Herkimer quartz or Herkimer crystals, are specific types of quartz crystals displaying a double-terminated configuration and polished-looking faces. Did someone ask, "What are Herkimer diamonds? " These specific quartz crystals were found after being seen in exposed outcrops of dolomite in and around Herkimer County, New York. They were also discovered around the Mohawk River Valley, upstate New York, to the west of Schenectady, New York. Where are Herkimer Diamonds Found? Their name is catchy—and it draws many jewelry lovers to the crystal. But in all reality, they are not real diamonds at all. They adopted the moniker "diamond" in their name because of their colorlessness, clarity and well-formed faces (facets). The very first discovery sites for these distinct gem minerals were in the village of Middleville and in the city of Little Falls, upstate New York. Collectors were drawn to these unusual crystals and the name stuck. Map of Herkimer Diamond Locations In the late 18th century, geologists came upon several exposed dolomites amongst Herkimer County outcroppings and began mining there. This led to the "Herkimer diamond" moniker. But these unusual double-terminated quartz crystals can be found in other parts of the world. But only those from Herkimer County, New York can be called Herkimer diamonds. How to Find Herkimer Diamonds Fortunately, if you're just a bit adventurous, you can travel to Herkimer County, New York, and go on a personal search for Herkimer Diamonds. Nowadays, there are a few mines in the region that provide public access (for an entry fee) to their property. They will also help visitors know what to look for when scouting around the grounds for a Herkimer crystal of their own. Comfortable clothing and shoes are a must when looking around the mines. Some amateur rockhounds say it's best to go in the spring (more mild weather) and after a good rain when the ground is softer and can reveal its hidden crystals. Be prepared to scavenge, which is the best part and don't be too disappointed if you don't find any crystals on the first time. Herkimer Diamond Properties and Uses Are they really diamonds? Of course, if one knows anything about genuine diamonds, it becomes easy to separate these two crystals. A quartz is a silica mineral with a Mohs hardness ranking of 7. A diamond, by contrast, is made of pure carbon and is the hardest known natural substance on Earth. Its Mohs ranking is 10. Nothing is harder. Mohs Hardness Scale Of course, Herkimer crystals are colorless. They range from completely without any body color to slightly smoky and transparent. Many gemstone fans love to collect natural crystals that are without color—as the poor man's diamond. But they have their own charm and unique history. Owing to their unique natural faces and the distinct double termination, they are often made into jewelry without any further polishing. They are quite dramatic. Those who ascribe to crystals as having unique traits associated with the metaphysical, healing arts and even meditation are drawn to Herkimer diamonds for their special appeal.Learn more about the Color, Clarity, Carat, and Cut of Gemstones. Herkimer Diamond Value and Worth Many amateur miners find Herkimer Diamonds to resell. Many public sales platforms on the internet display Herkimer crystals for sale. Small ones may be as low as $30 to $50, but large complex crystals can also be offered for $1,600 or more. It all depends on how unusual and how large the crystal is. It's certainly not unheard of to pay over $1,000 just for the natural crystals (and clusters) found in the earth. For particularly beautiful specimens or Herkimer crystals set in fine jewelry, the sky's the limit. It's not uncommon to see such items start at $1,000. Over time, you'll develop a sense of which crystals are rarer and more desirable to warrant the higher values. There are a number of factors that contribute to Herkimer diamonds being sought after. The completely colorless variety is often the most valuable. Those with distinct smooth faces and prominent double terminals on each end will be coveted. The size matters—and for collectors (not so much for jewelry application) the large crystal groups of several shapes together are worth more. LEIBISH 3ct Natural Colorless Diamond Still, they are much more affordable than natural diamonds of equal size, for example. Those can be 50 times as much for the same size. And likewise, Herkimer diamonds offer a beautiful choice as an unusual natural gemstone without some of the jaw dropping price tags of say Tanzanite or fine emerald. They are a smart, and sophisticated natural gemstone choice. They will always be a unique addition to a collector's jewelry box. Their unusual natural configurations and their historic place of origin is what sets them apart from all other stones. Despite being a quartz material, they are easily recognizable by their stunning seemingly polished faces and chic form. LEIBISH 3ct Natural Brown Diamond Conclusion Quartz is said to be the most abundant natural material on Earth. The silica-based mineral is found throughout the earth. When it is found with different trace elements of color, it can take on certain colors, depending on the minerals inside. Herkimer diamonds are actually a form of quartz. In the case of Herkimer diamonds, these most unusual quartz crystals take their distinctive name from their crystal clear colorless formation—much like a high-quality diamond. A Herkimer crystal can also exhibit a transparent quality with a smoky tint. Moreover, their natural formation is quite captivating. They have a double termination configuration on either end of the crystal, with completely smooth faces all around the crystal. That makes them look like they have already been polished, but they haven't. They come out of the ground with this look. It makes them great candidates for jewelry that doesn't need additional polishing and shaping of the stone. They can be set just as they are found in the earth. While they are not true diamonds, Herkimer diamonds are a sought-after gemstone with a fascinating history and exceptional beauty. They are not common, which makes them even more coveted by jewelry fans. Someone will always ask, "What are you wearing, and what is a Herkimer diamond?" Jewelry collectors and those ascribing to the healing arts and metaphysical practices have all become fond of this completely natural gemstone. Its fan base is legion!

في كثير من الأحيان، يمنح الكثيرون في عالم الأحجار الكريمة الأولوية لـ«القيراط» (Carat)، وهو أحد معايير «الـ 4 C»، على المعايير الثلاثة المتبقية: «القطع» (Cut) و«اللون» (Color) و«الوضوح» (Clarity). ويرجع ذلك بالطبع إلى اعتقاد الكثيرين بأن «الأكبر هو الأفضل»، وبما أن القيراط يشير إلى الوزن الذي تُقاس به الأحجار الكريمة والماس، فلا بد أن يكون العامل الأهم. ولكن ما هو القيراط في الأحجار الكريمة؟  في الواقع، هذا أبعد ما يكون عن الحقيقة لأسباب عديدة. دعونا نستكشف معنى وزن الكارات للأحجار الكريمة، وآثاره، وكيفية اختيار الحجر ذي الوزن المناسب. نظام وزن الكارات منذ زمن بعيد، قبل توفر جميع أنواع الأدوات المتطورة التي تتيح للأفراد قياس الأحجار بدقة، كانت هناك موازين دقيقة توضع عليها الأحجار جنبًا إلى جنب مع بذور الخروب. هكذا كان يتم قياس وزن الأحجار الكريمة. نشأ نظام القيراط بهذه الطريقة ولا يزال مستخدمًا حتى اليوم. يتكون كل قيراط من مائة نقطة. تمثل كل نقطة 1% من القيراط، مما يعني أن الحجر الذي يزن قيراطًا ونصف هو حجر بوزن 1.50 قيراط أو حجر بوزن 150 نقطة. الكثافة والوزن على الرغم من أن الماس والأحجار الكريمة تستخدم نظام القيراط، إلا أنها ليست متساوية في أحجام القيراط. ماذا يعني هذا؟ حسناً، على الرغم من أن الماس حجر كريم، إلا أنه له مواصفات مختلفة عن، على سبيل المثال، الياقوت، وبالتالي فإن الأحجار ذات الوزن المماثل بالقيراط سيكون لها أحجام بصرية مختلفة. على سبيل المثال، الياقوت أكثر كثافة من الماس، لذا سيبدو الماس الذي يزن 1 قيراط أكبر من الياقوت الذي يزن 1 قيراط. مجوهرات الزمرد من LEIBISH ذات وزن قيراط وحجم أحجار مركزية متشابهين للغاية الوزن ليس هو الحجم هناك أمر يفشل الكثير من الناس في فهمه أو إدراكه، وهو أن وزن القيراط للحجر ليس هو نفسه حجمه. وعلى غرار الطريقة التي تلعب بها كثافة الحجر دورًا حاسمًا في وزن القيراط مقابل حجمه البصري، فإن الأحجار ذات أوزان القيراط المتطابقة تبدو مختلفة بسبب الطريقة التي تحمل بها الوزن. يمكن أن تبدو الأحجار ذات التاج الكبير والقاعدة القصيرة كبيرة الحجم، ومع ذلك تكون متساوية في وزن القيراط مع الأحجار ذات التاج الصغير والقاعدة العميقة، والتي تبدو أقل إثارة للإعجاب من الأحجار الأولى. وينطبق الأمر نفسه في الاتجاه المعاكس. يمكن أن تحمل حجرتان تبدوان متطابقتين في الحجم أوزان قيراط مختلفة إذا كانتا من أنواع مختلفة من الأحجار الكريمة وتشكلتا بشكل مختلف. يجب ألا تكون الأحجار الكريمة ضحلة جدًا ولا عميقة جدًا، ولكن يمكن الحصول على حجر يبدو أكبر بنفس سعر حجر يبدو أصغر بنفس وزن القيراط، مما يلبي احتياجاتك دون أن يثقل كاهل ميزانيتك كثيرًا. يمكن تحقيق ذلك من خلال البحث عن حجر بالوزن المطلوب من القيراط مع تاج وطاولة كبيرين، مما يمنحه مظهرًا كبيرًا. مجوهرات LEIBISH من الزمرد ذات وزن قيراط وحجم متشابهين جدًا للأحجار المركزية هناك جانب مهم آخر يجب تذكره فيما يتعلق بحجم قيراط الأحجار الكريمة، وهو أن الحجر ذو الوزن المنخفض بالقيراط لا يعني بالضرورة أنه سيكون أرخص. وذلك لأن الأحجار الكريمة الأكبر حجمًا، وخاصة الياقوت، تميل إلى احتواء العديد من الشوائب. أما الأحجار الأصغر حجمًا، فغالبًا ما تتمتع بمستوى نقاء أعلى، مما يجعلها أغلى ثمناً. ولهذا السبب، من الضروري أخذ كل هذه المعلومات في الاعتبار عند البحث عن حجر كريم بالوزن المناسب بالقيراط.

Sparkling-tinted gem minerals are perennially popular throughout the world. From the humblest jewelry novice to the experienced royal families around the globe, gemstones are valuables worth collecting. But what are the precious gemstones? Is there a gemstone hierarchy? While these coveted stones go by several monikers, like a fine gem, precious stones, or jewel, they all refer to a natural mineral crystal that is beautiful, durable, and desirable. LEIBISH 6.01 carat, Violet, Tanzanite, Oval Shape A Brief Overview of Precious Stones Precious gemstones must be cut and polished to exploit their highest beauty. Lately, collectors also admire uncut gemstones in the rough crystal shape—as they come from the earth. Some precious stones get a cabochon finish— smoothly polished into a flat bottom and rounded top. Depending on the crystal, that polish can reveal a 4 or 6 rayed star effect. The source of these rays appearing atop cabochon cut stones are minute natural inclusions within the stone. With so many types of precious stones, we can only scrape the surface in trying to understand them. But let’s review the best gemstones. While modern jewelry fans are super enthusiastic about many precious gems, they may not be able to name a precious gem. A list of precious gemstones appears in ancient writings—from the scriptures written thousands of years ago. Also we find them referenced in books from the ancient Romans, like naturalist Pliny the Elder. He was fascinated by precious gemstones and wrote extensively on the subject. From early potentates of Asia and the Far East to modern regal families in Europe and Asia, gemstones have played a prominent role in royal ceremonies. Now that we know their deep history and cultural importance, let’s discover some characteristics of precious stones that separate them from simple rocks. The Six Precious Gemstones Diamond Of all the gemstones ever found, the most dazzling gem is the diamond. It is unique in the world of gems for its colorless condition (except for fancy color diamonds) and also that it consists of just one element. And that is carbon. No other gemstone boasts of being from a single element. Colorless diamonds were first discovered in India centuries back. Their unique characteristics set them apart from all other stones. They are the hardest known natural substances with a hardness ranking of 10 on the Mohs scale. LEIBISH Extraordinary White Diamond Bracelet and Earrings   Their other characteristics form what is called the 4Cs. It’s a universal language that expresses the quality components of diamonds so professionals can compare and contrast them against other diamonds. The 4Cs are Clarity, Color, Carat Weight, and Cut. Uniform methods of assessing each of these traits help jewelers and consumers understand their relative value. Clarity refers to the lack of or number of blemishes in the crystal. Color describes the absence or presence of body color in a diamond. Carat Weight is the uniform weight of a diamond—it doesn’t refer to the size. Cut is a bit more complex. It examines the quality of the cutting and polishing that the crystal displays. Uses in Jewelry Diamonds have been desirable gemstones for centuries. They are most often regarded as gemstones for jewelry use due to their beauty, rarity, and ‘goes-with-everything’ colorlessness. As consumers develop a better understanding of business ethics, both shoppers and vendors insist that diamonds have a verifiable paper trail going back to the source. That way, all parties are assured that the stones were ethically sourced and have been recovered by the most sustainable methods. Diamond suppliers also insist on fair working conditions for everyone along the supply chain. Sapphire Sapphire is an old gemstone and one of the most beloved of the rare colored gems. This stone is the next hardest stone to diamond, ranking 9 on the Mohs scale for hardness. So you know that a sapphire gemstone will look sparkling decades from now, just as it did on the day you acquired it. Centuries ago, aristocrats and royals fought over large sapphires for their crown jewels. Today, it’s almost the same thing, but feuding takes place on the bidding floor at great auction houses. LEIBISH Royal Blue Cushion Sapphire & Triangle Diamond Halo Ring   Famous Precious Stones The Star of India is a famous cabochon-cut star sapphire. This impressive 56.3-carat precious gem is the size of a golf ball! Historians say the most sought-after sapphires in the world are the now-extinct Kashmir sapphires found in the latter part of the 19th century high in the Himalayas. By the early part of the 20th century—they were all gone. Today, if a collector is looking for a Kashmir sapphire, they must seek out old stones that go to auction. Such Varieties If a stone is called a sapphire, it means the rich, saturated blue variety. But there is also another type of sapphire called a ‘fancy color sapphire’. These may be yellow, pink, green, black, orange, or violet. Fancy color sapphires are highly collectible and stunning. But for some collectors, only the rich cornflower or cobalt blue will do. This striking precious stone can cost a king’s ransom to acquire. Sapphires are a popular precious stone for rings. Princess Diana’s engagement ring was a sapphire. Sapphires also make stunning pendant necklaces and are perfectly suited for placement on tiaras. Ruby The color red is associated with power and vitality (like blood!) and, of course, passion. That’s why ruby gems have been adored for centuries. Rubies are from the mineral corundum, the same species as sapphire. In the case of ruby, its vibrant hue is due to trace amounts of chromium. And like sapphire, it’s a hard, precious stone, ranking 9 on the Mohs scale. Fine rubies can be much rarer than diamonds and often more costly than diamonds of a similar grade and size. The finest rubies come from Burma, which is today called Myanmar. The best of these stones are the so-called “Pigeon Blood” red, a rich scarlet with blue undertones.  Because of their durability, rubies can be used for rings, earrings, and many other popular jewelry types. LEIBISH Burmese Marquise Ruby and Heart Diamond Three-Stone Halo Ring  Emerald There’s something refreshing about the crisp fresh emerald gemstone. This popular green stone has ancient roots, harkening back to early Egypt and other civilizations. We have the elements chromium, vanadium, and iron to thank for the emerald’s lively green hue.  Often, emerald crystals are embedded in hard, difficult-to-extract host rocks. So, concussive equipment is needed to extract the green sparkly bits. In doing so, the emerald stones incur cracks in the crystals. So, every emerald that is ‘clean’ and free from such inclusions is a rare, priceless treasure. Just because emeralds had a rough start, that doesn't mean they can’t receive the royal treatment in beautifying them later on for jewelry. It is a trade-accepted procedure for emeralds to be treated with oils and green resin fillers in inclusions so they look their best. This is disclosed, of course, and it’s a traditional practice when needed. LEIBISH Emerald Rosie's Bloom Collection Historical Background In ancient times, other green stones could be mistaken for emeralds. It has only been in recent times that sophisticated gemological instruments could make separations of similarly colored gemstones. In Cleopatra’s time, she loved emeralds so much she owned several ‘emerald mines’. It turns out, many of those ancient Egyptian mines produced peridot. Nowadays, we can identify an emerald from other stones. Emeralds are not as hard as diamonds, but they are suitable for earrings and necklaces—and with careful wearing—rings and bracelets.   Tanzanite Some precious stones are valued not only for their beauty and rarity but also for their difficulty in accessing them. Tanzanite is one such stone. Gem-quality blue-violet translucent tanzanite is found only in a small radius around the Manyara region of Tanzania. The transparent to translucent Tanzanite has a Mohs hardness ranking of 6-7, making it suitable for all jewelry types. Today, larger carat sizes are becoming more difficult to acquire since they have been mined for several years. Tanzanite is a relatively new discovery—having been found in the mid-20th century. It came to public attention in the late 1960s and thrilled jewelry fans with its unique color and exotic story of discovery. LEIBISH Tanzanite and Diamond Band Ring   While some people call Tanzanite a generational gemstone owing to its limited sourcing, others think it may be around for a while. Collectors are avidly gathering Tanzanite jewelry in all its forms so they can wear an entire collection. Rings are a popular jewelry type with Tanzanite, but the precious gemstone is equally suited for stud earrings, bracelets, and neckpieces. Aquamarine Those who flock to the cool light blue of aquamarine probably also appreciate the seas. After all, the name aquamarine means sea water. The many pastel blue shades of aquamarine look like the waters of the Caribbean and elsewhere in the tropics, where clear blue lagoons are found. This stone is a variety of beryl minerals. One of the unique features of aquamarine is its ability to change color when heat treated. Many aquamarines naturally display a prominent green tint. Since jewelry lovers often prefer the pale blue variety, this can be achieved through heat treatment. Some gemstone insiders say we should leave the crystals as nature intended and allow consumers to appreciate the many shades of this beautiful gemstone. LEIBISH Aquamarine and Diamond Drop Pendant Aquamarine is a popular gemstone. There’s something universally appealing about this pale blue precious stone, which is even popular in bridal jewelry these days. Other uses are bracelets and earrings, among the other jewelry types available. Precious -v- Semi-Precious Gemstones We’ve all heard the phrase “semi-precious gemstones” when talking about gems. But what’s the difference? Today, we’re discovering that many so-called semi-precious gems have enormous value—especially when certain rare varieties come to market. Garnet, tourmaline, kunzite, amethyst, spinel, topaz and zircon are popular semi-precious stones. Discovering Rarity & Value Paraiba tourmaline for example is a rare Windex blue variety of tourmaline. That species is normally plentiful. But with this unexpected color—prices go through the roof! LEIBISH 4.31 carat, Green, Tourmaline, Oval Shape The same is with Padparadscha sapphire. Fancy color sapphire sell at affordable prices—but when the peachy-pink Padparadscha variety appeared, the prices were phenomenal. The Dazzling History Historically speaking, precious gemstones have always been these four-- diamond, ruby, sapphire, and emerald. Traditionally speaking, the rest are semi-precious gems. But as we can see, when new varieties with rare colors turn up---they should be called precious gemstones too! The rarity of colored gemstones is closely tied to their popularity and driven by their beauty and availability. So the values go up and down as supplies become more or less plentiful and tastes change. Care for Precious Gemstones General Care Tips Diamonds, sapphires, and rubies are the most durable gemstones, so their care is pretty straightforward. They can be cleaned at home using anything from warm soapy water with a soft toothbrush—to having the jeweler give them a deep cleaning in a professional ultra-sonic machine. These 3 gemstones are so hard that they can provide owners with a lifetime of enjoyment. There’s one exception to the ruby cleaning method if the ruby is a fracture-filled stone. These were sold abundantly over the last 15 years at major retailers. These stones have had solution injected to fill in natural fractures in the ruby. This filling can be destroyed in ultra-sonic cleaners or by a jeweler's torch. Gently cleaning with warm soapy water and a baby toothbrush is the only recommended method for cleaning fracture-filled ruby. Fragile Stone’s Care Fragile gems like emeralds are a precious gemstone too. They are softer stones and frequently oiled or filled with resin to make them more beautiful. While this is completely trade appropriate, extra care is needed to keep them looking their best. Minute particles can be safely removed with a micro-fiber cloth. Placing the emerald jewelry in a bowl of warm water with a mild soap helps loosen particles. Using a soft toothbrush, look for any remaining flecks of dirt and carefully brush it loose. Rinse the solution off with warm water, allowing it to air-dry on a clean cloth. Clean and Store To be sure your jewelry is free from scratches, store them away from each other in a jewelry tray with dividers. That way, your items won’t unintentionally brush against each other and get scratched. Some stones like Kunzite or Morganite are advised to be stored in a cool dark place to protect their color.   Incorporating Precious Gemstones in Jewelry Today we have access to gemstones from every corner of the globe. Whatever color and type you dream of can be found without too much trouble. Since more retailers are carrying precious gemstones now, the prices are attractive. Trends in Gemstone Jewelry Design Many brides today opt for a more personal engagement ring by using colored stones as the main stone in their ring or as an accent to their diamond. Also, look for artistic cuts rather than the classic round brilliant or oval cuts on gemstone jewelry. LEIBISH Mozambique No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby Three-stone Ring Customization Options and Personalizing Jewelry with Different Stones Artistic gemstone cutters create imaginative free-form shapes or use creative facet patterns to design one-of-a-kind precious gemstone jewelry. It’s another way to show one’s individuality while wearing jewelry. Stones available in larger rough crystals like quartz, sunstone, and various colors of garnets are favored by adventurous gemstone cutters today. Popular Combinations and Settings for Precious Gemstones Innovative jewelry designers approach the design process much like an artist does with their paint. In other words, look for original designs where the designer pairs unusual color combinations for a spectacular effect. One blend is the analogous color combination—using colors of gemstones found next to each other on the color wheel. Another trend is combining opaque and transparent precious gems on the same piece. A shimmering opal might be paired with a dramatic black spinel or a black diamond. The effect is memorable. LEIBISH Oval Sapphire & Marquise Diamond Two-Stone Ring   Conclusion Let’s recap what we’ve read. Precious gems and those classified as semi-precious stones are wildly popular with consumers today. They also have an ancient history of popularity. We know that because early writings tell us specifically about their importance in early civilizations. The good thing about modern harvesting of both precious gemstones and semi-precious gems is the concern for best practices all along the pipeline. Then consumers gain confidence that the stones they love are being produced ethically and responsibly. Part of good ownership is learning how to care for your gemstone jewelry according to its type. This ensures that the item will look beautiful for years to come. And, by digging deeply into the history behind each species, your appreciation for the gems will grow. Gemstone collecting is a wonderful vocation that showcases the owners' personal taste in a marvelous way.

الأحجار الكريمة هي أحجار تم قطعها وصقلها بطريقة تجعلها راقية بما يكفي لتُعتبر أحجارًا كريمة. ورغم أن الأحجار الكريمة قد تكون خالية تمامًا من اللون، مثل الماس الشائع عديم اللون، فإن الكثيرين يتخيلون الأحجار الملونة عندما يسمعون مصطلح «الأحجار الكريمة». في حين أن الزمرد الأخضر والياقوت الأحمر والياقوت الأزرق وأحجار الزبرجد ذات اللون الأخضر المزرق تتمتع بالتأكيد بنصيبها العادل من الألوان، فإن الأحجار الكريمة الأخرى يمكن أن تكون مبهجة بنفس القدر مع درجات ألوان أكثر حيادية مثل البني الفاتح، المعروف أيضًا باسم الشمبانيا. يمكن أيضًا تسمية الماس البني الفاتح بالماس الشمبانيا، وهو من الناحية النظرية أيضًا من الأحجار الكريمة الشمبانيا. ولأغراضنا ومقاصدنا، سنستبعد الماس عند الحديث عن الأحجار الكريمة الشمبانيا، حيث إنها تحظى بفئة خاصة بها. هناك العديد من الأحجار شبه الكريمة ذات ألوان الشمبانيا المذهلة مثل التورمالين والتانزانيت. فيما يلي بعض المعلومات عن هذه الأحجار ومزاياها وعيوبها. حجر التانزانيت الشمبانيا: نادر ولكنه رائع على الرغم من أن أحجار التانزانيت معروفة بلونها الأزرق المبهر، إلا أن هذا اللون لا يتحقق عمومًا إلا بعد الخضوع للمعالجة الحرارية. في حالتها الخام، تتراوح ألوان معظم أحجار التانزانيت بين البني المحمر والشفاف. تمنح الأحجار الأصغر حجمًا لونًا أفتح مثل البنفسجي بعد المعالجة. لذلك، من غير المعتاد العثور على أحجار التانزانيت بلون الشمبانيا، لكنها موجودة بالفعل وهي رائعة. يحتل التانزانيت المرتبة 6.5 على مقياس موس لصلابة الأحجار الكريمة. LEIBISH 5.01 قيراط، لون الشمبانيا، تانزانيت، شكل بيضاوي   تنوع ألوان التورمالين على عكس التانزانيت، لا تشتهر أحجار التورمالين بلون واحد فقط. هناك عدة ألوان تندرج ضمن فئات مختلفة. ومع ذلك، فإن النوع البني المائل للأسود/الأسود، الشورل، هو الأكثر وفرة. وهو يمثل ما يقرب من 95٪ من جميع التورمالين الموجود في الطبيعة. وتشمل الألوان الأخرى لأحجار التورمالين الوردي والأصفر والأزرق الفاتح والبنفسجي والأخضر والشمبانيا والعديم اللون. التورمالين الشمبانيا هو في الأساس تورمالين بني فاتح، يندرج ضمن فئة الدرافيت (الأصفر الداكن إلى الأسود المائل للبني). يتراوح تصنيف التورمالين بين 7 و7.5 على مقياس موس لصلابة الأحجار الكريمة. إيجابيات وسلبيات أحجار الشمبانيا الكريمة كما ذكرنا سابقًا، تشتهر الأحجار الكريمة عمومًا بألوانها. في الواقع، كل من التانزانيت والتورمالين أكثر شيوعًا بألوان أخرى غير الشمبانيا، فلماذا تختار الشمبانيا؟ على غرار الماس الشمبانيا، الذي يعد من بين العديد من ألوان الماس المختلفة، تقدم أحجار الشمبانيا مزايا وعيوبًا. من المزايا أن أحجار الشمبانيا تتمتع بلون محايد وطبيعي يتناسب مع أي شيء تقريبًا. كما أنها عادةً ما تكون أقل تكلفة. من العيوب عدم قدرتها على التناسب مع أي لون بشرة. سواء أعجبك ذلك أم لا، تبدو الأحجار الكريمة بلون الشمبانيا أفضل مع درجات معينة من لون البشرة. وأخيرًا، يعتبر لون الشمبانيا لونًا باهتًا إلى حد ما. الجانب الآخر هو أنه لون طبيعي، لكنه لن يمنحك تلك اللمسة الملونة التي يمنحها الزمرد، على سبيل المثال، ولن يتألق بشكل لامع مثل الماس عديم اللون. تتوفر الأحجار الكريمة بلون الشمبانيا، مثل العديد من الأحجار الكريمة الأخرى، في مجموعة واسعة من الأشكال والأحجام. في حين أن الأشكال البيضاوية والمستديرة هي الأكثر شيوعًا، إلا أن الأشكال مثل برينسيس، وكوشون، وراديانت، والقلب، والزمرد، وماركيز، وأشر متاحة أيضًا. تفتخر LEIBISH بأحجار كريمة رائعة بلون الشمبانيا، بما في ذلك حجر تنزانيت بيضاوي بلون الشمبانيا يبلغ وزنه 5.01 قيراط وحجر تورمالين بيضاوي بلون الشمبانيا يبلغ وزنه 3.47 قيراط. تحقق دائمًا من شهادة الحجر قبل الشراء وتأكد من أنك تشتري من مؤسسة ذات سمعة طيبة.

When one hears the term “gemstone”, he or she generally thinks of a diamond, a ruby, an emerald, or perhaps even a sapphire. However, the average person will not picture a tourmaline simply because this beautiful stone is not as well known as some other gems. Not only are tourmalines gorgeous, but they are also available in a wide range of colors, thus making it suitable for many types of personalities and skin tones. Naturally, there are many questions regarding tourmalines. Here are just a few of the most frequently asked questions about tourmalines. What is a Tourmaline? A tourmaline is a semi-precious gemstone that comes in more colors and color combination than any other gemstone, staying true to its name, which comes from the Sinhalese word “turmali,” meaning “mixed.”Due to the wide range of colors, tourmalines are often mistaken for many other gemstones. For instance, numerous stones found in the Russian Crown jewels from the 17rh century believed to be rubies are actually tourmalines.  Tourmalines are crystalline boron silicate minerals that contain various elements including iron, sodium, magnesium, potassium, aluminum, and lithium. Tourmalines originate from several locations worldwide. Green and Pink Tourmaline Diamond Pendant (3.9Ct TW)   What is tourmaline used for? Tourmalines are gemstones that are used in jewelry as well as in electronics. Green tourmaline is the most common type of tourmaline found, and is believed to strengthen the immune system of the wearer as well as to provide one with positive thoughts.Black tourmaline on the other hand can be used as a natural insecticide and can relieve one from arthritic pain as a result of its electromagnetic properties. There are no proven medical uses for this stone but nevertheless; many love it for its enchanting colors and vibes. There is something about colorful gemstones that draws people’s attention again and again. Tourmalines have a bit of an advantage since they offer such a large variety in terms of color, size, and price. Those looking for a red stone can be as satisfied as those in search of the perfect green gem. All in all, the tourmaline has much to offer and makes a fabulous gift. While tourmalines are mainly used for jewelry purposes in this day and age, there were and are, other uses as well. In the 19th century, chemists used tourmalines in their experiments. They found that by shining rays of light onto the surface of a polished, cut tourmaline, they were able to divide light.Tourmalines are believed to have a healing power and are used by some to detox the human body. Aside from aiding the detoxification process, tourmalines are used to improve one's alertness, relieve stress, and strengthen the immune system. LEIBISH Green Tourmaline and Diamond Drop Earrings   What color is a tourmaline? This fabulous stone is found in colors ranging from colorless to black and displays many shades from pastels to deep hues. More than one color can be found in a single stone making this gem truly remarkable. There are several known tourmaline varieties. These include rubellite, indicolite, chrome, bi-color, watermelon, canary, Paraiba, cat’s eye, and color change tourmaline.Rubellite varies from medium red to a deep red and is similar in color to a ruby. Like a ruby, it is quite rare and among the rarest forms of tourmaline.Indicolite, the deep blue to bluish green variety of tourmaline, is another rare type of tourmaline.Chrome tourmaline is green, but different than the regular green tourmaline. It owes its color to chromium found in the stone.Bi-color tourmalines are those that consist of several colors. There are many possible color combinations found in tourmalines.Watermelon tourmalines, like their names, are stones with a green skin and a red core. When cut into a slice, the stone resembles a watermelon piece.A canary tourmaline is a bright yellow stone that originates from Malawi.Paraibias are rare blue-green tourmalines that contain copper. They are usually found in very small sizes and demand high prices. LEIBISH Cushion Paraibias Tourmaline Double Halo Diamond Pendant Cat’s eye tourmalines are often found in green.Color change stones are tourmalines that change from green to red in incandescent light. Bluish-black to black tourmalines are a result of the iron present within the stone whereas stones with magnesium tend to be anywhere from yellow to brown. Tourmalines with high levels of lithium can be practically any color, including pink, red, yellow, green, and blue. An unusual and rather sought after type of tourmaline is the “watermelon tourmaline,” named for the unique natural blend of three colors, pink, white, and green, which appear in rings just like a watermelon. Stones with very clear borders between the colors demand especially hefty prices. LEIBISH incredible pair of 6.94 carat, Green Tourmaline Gemstones from Brazil, that would look amazing in a piece of jewelery    Where is tourmaline found? This colorful stone, which is one of October's birthstones, is found all around the globe. Significant deposits have been found in Pakistan, Afghanistan, Burma (now Myanmar), Sri Lanka, Russia, the United States, as well as locations throughout Africa. A tourmaline can be just the right thing to spice up your jewelry piece or jewelry collection without causing too much damage to your bank account. Finding out all of the relevant information prior to your purchase can help you land the perfect tourmaline for you. "Where is black tourmaline found?" you might wonder. Well, black tourmaline, also known as schorl, is primarily found in regions where metamorphic rocks are abundant, such as Brazil, Afghanistan, and Africa. These formations offer the perfect geological conditions for the crystallization of tourmaline, resulting in its distinctive black hue. Popular Tourmaline Styles Tourmalines are beautiful gemstones, but they are not as well known as precious gemstones such as emeralds, diamonds, rubies, and sapphires, or other gemstones like opals, turquoise, and amethysts. Nevertheless, these stones are truly stunning and look wonderful when set in various jewelry settings from earrings to bracelets to necklaces to rings. Since tourmalines are found in so many colors, they can create many different jewelry styles. Take a look at some of the most popular tourmaline jewelry styles around today!   Elegant When the colorful crystal stones are set upon gold or platinum they result in classic and sophisticated jewelry almost comparable to diamond jewelry. Though they are not colored diamonds, tourmalines display beautiful colors, turning a refined ring into a truly enchanting piece. Whether it is a pink heart-shaped tourmaline pendant necklace, a pair of green tourmaline stud earrings or a magnificent purple tourmaline ring, there are endless elegant tourmaline jewelry styles for every taste and budget. LEIBISH Tourmaline and Diamond Halo Solitaire Ring      Casual If you are a fan of colorful gemstones but do not relate to “fancy” jewelry styles, tourmaline jewelry offers a great range of more casual designs.  The stone can be cut and polished in many ways leaving the final result ranging from a glittering crystal stone to a flatter, wider, less shiny, and more earthy stone. Such styles can include large chunky necklaces consisting of single or multi colored tourmaline stones as well as a pendant necklace showcasing a very large tourmaline.The “watermelon” tourmalines, with an inner pink color and outer green color are perfect choices for more casual jewelry pieces. This type of gem looks terrific as a ring or a pendant.   Youthful Tourmalines make wonderful youthful jewelry pieces thanks to the wide color selection. Young people as well as older individuals in search of jewelry with a young vibe are often looking for jewels that display lots of color. It is cheerful, trendy, and makes a statement.By combining several tourmaline colors together you get a very youthful jewelry piece. It can be a multicolored flower pendant, consisting of the various colored tourmalines, a colorful beaded tourmaline necklace, or a bracelets set with a few different colored tourmalines. Pink and green make a great combination, as do rainbow colors. LEIBISH Emerald Pink Tourmaline Solitaire Pendant   Bohemian Many people love jewelry but do not appreciate the glamorous look of it all. Some prefer simple pieces that end up being either synthetic or very invaluable. However, “bohemian” styled tourmaline jewelry allows one to have a little from each world.Tourmalines are gemstones that can be quite valuable, and though they absolutely can be glamorous, they can also be used to create very earthy, modest, and carefree styles. Large tourmaline beaded necklaces, antique styled rings, chunky bracelets, and unique-shaped multi-colored tourmaline earrings are just a few examples.   Not every gemstone can suit so many styles and tastes like the tourmaline. Many of the beautiful colorful stones you may come across could actually be tourmalines and you would not have even known! It is a great option for fabulous jewelry pieces. 

يُعد العقيق من الأحجار الكريمة الأقل شهرة. وفي الحقيقة، فإن السبب الوحيد الذي جعل معظم الناس يسمعون بكلمة «العقيق» من قبل هو أنه غالبًا ما يُخلط بينه وبين الياقوت. ومع ذلك، فإن العقيق يُعد من الأحجار الرائعة التي تتواجد بمجموعة متنوعة من الألوان. لمساعدتك على فهم الموضوع بشكل أفضل، قمنا بإدراج بعض الأسئلة الأكثر شيوعًا حول العقيق. أقراط «ليبيش» من موزمبيق من الياقوت الأحمر «دم الحمام» والماس بتصميم هالة زهرية   ما هو العقيق؟ العقيق هو معدن سيليكاتي. هناك عدة أنواع من العقيق. على الرغم من أن العقيق الأحمر هو اللون الأكثر شيوعًا، إلا أن العقيق يتواجد بمجموعة متنوعة من الألوان.   ما هو لون حجر العقيق الخاص بشهر الميلاد؟ نابعة من الكلمة الإنجليزية القديمة "غارنت" (garnet) التي تعني "الأحمر الداكن"، فإن معظم الناس على دراية بالعقيق الأحمر، لكنهم أقل دراية بالألوان العديدة الأخرى للعقيق مثل الوردي والبرتقالي والأصفر والأخضر والأزرق والأرجواني والبني والأسود والعديم اللون. قد يتساءل البعض، "ما هو لون العقيق؟"، يمكن أن يكون حجر العقيق الخاص بشهر الميلاد أيًا من هذه الألوان.     أين توجد العقيق؟ توجد العقيق في جميع أنحاء العالم، مما يطرح السؤال: "من أين تأتي العقيق؟". توجد أنواع مختلفة من العقيق في مواقع مختلفة. تم اكتشاف البيروب في جنوب إفريقيا وسريلانكا والصين ومدغشقر، بينما ينشأ الأمانديت من الهند والبرازيل والولايات المتحدة الأمريكية. تشمل الأنواع الأخرى السبيسارتيت من الصين وتنزانيا وكينيا وأماكن أخرى، والأوفاروفيت من بولندا وروسيا وفنلندا، والغروسولاريت من جنوب أفريقيا وزامبيا وميانمار، من بين أنواع أخرى. العقيق الأحمر الخام ما هي قيمة العقيق؟ نظرًا لوفرة العقيق، فإنه لا يقترب من قيمة الأحجار الكريمة الأخرى مثل الماس والياقوت والزمرد، على الرغم من أنه يُعتبر رسميًا من الأحجار الكريمة. في حين قد يتساءل البعض، "هل العقيق ذو قيمة؟" يتم تحديد القيمة الفردية للعقيق تمامًا مثل الأحجار الكريمة الأخرى: وفقًا لمعيار 4 Cs. من حيث اللون، يُعتبر اللون الأحمر هو اللون الأكثر شيوعًا للعقيق، بينما يُعتبر اللون الأزرق هو الأكثر ندرة. تشمل الألوان الأخرى الأصفر، والخوخي، والأخضر، والبرتقالي، والبني، والأرجواني، والوردي. هناك عامل لون نادر آخر يمكن أن يحدد قيمة العقيق، وهو العقيق الذي يتغير لونه. هذا أمر نادر جدًا، مما يجعل تلك الأحجار الفريدة التي تتمتع بهذه الخاصية ذات قيمة عالية للغاية. وغني عن القول أن لون العقيق هو العنصر الأهم. ومع ذلك، فإن نقاءه وقصه وحجمه بالقيراط تساعد أيضًا في تحديد قيمة العقيق. خاتم ليبيش من الذهب الوردي والعقيق الأحمر والماس هل العقيق معدن؟ العقيق معدن سيليكاتي، مما يجعله معدنًا. كيف يتشكل العقيق؟ يتشكل العقيق بسبب درجات الحرارة والضغط الشديدين. بشكل عام، يوجد العقيق في الصخور التي تتشكل في ظل هذه الظروف نفسها. ما معنى العقيق الأخضر؟ العقيق الأخضر، أو التسافوريت، هو شكل نادر من العقيق يوجد في كينيا. بالإضافة إلى ندرته وقيمته، يُعتقد أن العقيق الأخضر يجلب الثروة ويعزز مستوى الاحترام وكذلك الإبداع والرفاهية العاطفية. خاتم ليبيش من 3 أحجار من التسافوريت والماس الأصفر الزاهي الفاخر ما معنى العقيق الألمندين؟ العقيق الألمنديني هو النوع الأكثر شيوعًا من العقيق. معظم هذه الأحجار ليست ذات جودة كجواهر، وتستخدم بشكل أساسي للأغراض الصناعية. ما هي قيمة العقيق الألمنديني؟ على الرغم من أن معظم العقيق الألمنديني ليس ذا قيمة خاصة بسبب طبيعته الداكنة وغير الشفافة، إلا أن بعض العقيق الألمنديني عالي الجودة قد يبدو مشابهًا للياقوت، مما يجعله أكثر جاذبية وقيمة.   ما هو معنى حجر العقيق؟ على مر التاريخ، كان يُعتقد أن الأحجار الكريمة المختلفة تمتلك قوى معينة. كان يُعتقد أن العقيق يعالج الاكتئاب، ويجلب النجاح في الأعمال التجارية، ويزيد من الثقة بالنفس، ويوفر الحماية. عالم العقيق هو عالم فريد من نوعه حقًا. مع مجموعة واسعة من الألوان والعديد من الأنواع المختلفة، لا يوجد العقيق في جميع أنحاء العالم فحسب، بل يُستخدم أيضًا لأغراض متنوعة. من الاستخدامات الصناعية إلى الأحجار الكريمة الثمينة، العقيق رائع للغاية ولا ينبغي تجاهله عند البحث عن حجر كريم جديد ومثير. خاتم ليبيش من الزمرد والياقوت ذو الحجرين

Our marvelous planet has gifted us with many mesmerizing specimens, otherwise known as gemstones, which are rich in color, texture, and shine. Sapphire gemstones are among the most coveted precious gemstones, which is quite understandable given the rainbow of colors in which they come and the endless possibilities they present. Some of LEIBISH's Sapphire rings   What are Sapphires? Sapphires are One of the Four Precious Gemstones. The terms stones and gemstones are thrown around quite a bit, but for the most part, while almost all gemstones originate from some mineral (besides from rare exceptions like pearls), not every stone is a gemstone, which is used almost interchangeably with the term precious. This is because some are considered more precious than others and only a select few in the category of precious gemstones.  To be clear, the separation between precious and semi-precious is actually not used any longer. Still, many differentiate between the two groups.  A stone becomes a gem once it has been transformed from its rough mineral form into a cut and polished jewel. The most lavish gemstones on the planet, diamonds, emeralds, rubies, and sapphires, fall into what was called precious gemstones. All other gemstones are referred to as semi-precious. Some are far less valuable than precious gemstones while others can cost quite the pretty penny. Sapphires are the gemstone variety of the corundum mineral. The red sapphire variety is called a ruby. Sapphires are mined, and they are also manufactured for decorative purposes. These stones measure 9 on the Mohs scale in terms of hardness, making them the third hardest gemstone after diamonds and moissanite respectively. Diamonds rank 10 whereas moissanite ranks 9.5. They are therefore also used for non-decorative uses such as for infrared optical components. How Are Sapphires Formed?  Sapphires are formed under the earth’s surface over millions of years. They are the result of several processes, which include high temperatures and pressure. These are the ideal conditions for metamorphic processes in which sapphires are formed. When liquid magma found deep within the earth cools, it allows the minerals to crystalize. The finest and purest forms of corundum, otherwise known as sapphires, are these very minerals that have been recrystallized during this process that has taken millions of years. A sapphire is a mineral but it is not diamond even though a diamond is a mineral as well. They are both different types of minerals. Sapphires are a variety of the mineral corundum, which is an aluminum oxide. Various elements found within the sapphires cause different hues. For example, iron causes blue, titanium causes yellow, and chromium causes purple. LEIBISH 8.54 ct deep blue sapphire   Where do Sapphires Come From? Sapphires are mined in locations around the globe but are mainly sourced from Cambodia, Colombia, India, and Kenya. Other areas include Afghanistan, Australia, Nepal, the United States, and Vietnam. The sapphires from the various regions differ from one another in terms of their chemical structure and appearance.   Sapphire Quality Assessment Most people know that a diamond is assessed based on four main categories better known as the 4Cs, which stand for color, clarity, cut, and carat weight. These are used to assess colored gemstones albeit quite differently. For starters, while color, cut, clarity, and carat are all looked at in an equal manner when discussing colorless diamonds they are not dealt with in this fashion when grading sapphires. The main reason for this is that the color of a sapphire takes absolute precedence over everything else. We aren’t looking at the absence of color like we do with colorless diamonds but at the presence of color. This puts it at front and center in such a way that we don’t just look to see which color it is, but what secondary colors are present, how intense the color can be seen, and how dark or light the stone is. In official terms, the color, tone, and saturation of a sapphire take priority over all other aspects including clarity, carat, and cut.  Furthermore, while high-quality sapphires are preferred, the quality is not assessed in the same way it is for a diamond. Inclusions can be present within a sapphire and it can still be considered extremely valuable. It all depends on where the flaw is found, how visible it is, and whether or not it can be seen minimally compared to the overall color and appearance of the stone. Although a sapphire’s color is its most important feature, the cut is a close second. This is because the way in which a sapphire is cut affects its color directly. Therefore, the center of a sapphire must be cut in a way that it reflects light and color. When the center of the stone is dead and does not reflect light or color, it is known as a window. Sapphires with large windows will be sold for lower prices whereas stones without windows that have full color and light reflection will sell for a higher value.  Lastly, a sapphire can be found in larger sizes, but the bigger the stone, the smaller the chances of it being a quality gem. Thus, the larger and higher quality stone you come across the rarer, and the more expensive it will be. Are sapphires rare? Stones known on the market as sapphires are not incredibly rare, however, untreated sapphires of high quality are extremely hard to come by. This is because most sapphires that are mined are of such poor quality that they never enter the gem trade to begin with. Among those stones that do make it into the trade, most are treated in some way or another. Sapphire sources are limited because of several reasons. If the mine is not profitable enough, it won’t be mined altogether. Additionally, if the source is located in a controversial area, it will be avoided and thus becomes null. LEIBISH 3 Stone Sapphire Ring   Sapphire Meanings and History Sapphires were discovered thousands of years ago. They date all the way back to the First Temple, 957 BCE, as the sapphire was one of the twelve precious stones used in the High Priest’s breastplate. It is unknown who was the first person to discover sapphires. Today sapphires are mined in countries around the world. Some of these countries include Afghanistan, Cambodia, India, Colombia, Nepal, Kenya, Australia, Vietnam, Tanzania, and the USA, as well as others. In addition to making beautiful additions to any piece of jewelry, sapphires are used to create high durability windows, wristwatch crystals and movement bearings, and can also be used for electronics.   Sapphires Prices  How much does a sapphire cost? A sapphire can cost anywhere from $20 a carat to $450 a carat to hundreds of thousands of dollars. It truly depends on the quality of the stone, whether or not it has been treated, its colors, its cut, its size, and its shape. A tiny yet high quality sapphire can cost ten times the price of a much larger stone. Therefore, each and every sapphire needs to be regarded and surveyed individually. Which sapphire is the most expensive? Deep blue sapphires of high quality tend to sell for the highest prices although flawless pink and yellow sapphires have been known to bring in quite the pretty penny as well. In terms of the most expensive sapphires ever sold at auction, there are several stones that saw prices in the millions. These include the Richelieu Sapphires, which sold for $8,358,520 and an unmounted Burmese sapphire that brought in $7,223,285.    LEIBISH 16.02 carat Oval Sapphire & Diamond Halo Multicolored Bracelet in 18K Gold   Sapphire Colors Known mostly for their blue variety, including the luxurious Royal blue sapphire, sapphires appear in an array of colors, including pink, orange, yellow, green, purple, colorless, and black. These stones make fabulous alternatives to their pricier color diamond counterparts, although some types of colored sapphires can be quite costly as well. That is one of the most attractive aspects of a sapphire; the many color choices. Color-Changing Sapphires Aside from the different colored sapphires, there are several unique types of sapphires that are singled out from the rest. One such type is the color-changing sapphire. Like its name suggests, this unusual sapphire displays different colors when it is exposed to natural lighting and artificial lighting. Which sapphire is the best, blue or yellow? The word sapphire and the color blue basically go hand in hand, so it is safe to say that blue sapphires are among the most popular varieties of sapphires. Having said that, yellow sapphires have become quite popular, especially since they are a cheaper alternative to the lovely yet pricey yellow diamond.   Different Types of Sapphires Genuine, unheated sapphires have the highest demand and, like diamonds, are found in nature. Synthetic Sapphires created in labs exist due to the rarity and high cost of real sapphires. Natural or rather unheated Sapphires are found in several colors, blue being the most recognized and popular color. Other colors include yellow, purple, orange, pink, brown, and green. There are also colorless sapphires, which can be used in place of diamonds due to their similarities. Sapphires displaying a combination of colors exist as well. What is a star sapphire? An additional special kind of sapphire is the star sapphire. As a result of the imperfections within the stone, the sapphire can display an asterism, which resembles a star, hence the name. Star sapphires are in a category of their own due to this unique feature. Such sapphires are incredibly rare and highly sought after. There are star rubies as well. LEIBISH Blue Sapphire   Sapphire Ruby Is a ruby a sapphire? The simple answer to this question is no. Though rubies are the red form of corundum, as sapphire is the blue form and padparadscha is the pinkish-orange form, they are known by different names. It is imperative to point out that two of sapphires and rubies share the exact same scientific structure. That means that a sapphire and ruby are actually the same type of stone. The only significant difference is that rubies have an exquisite red color. The ruby’s unique color was enough to make it defined as a gemstone of its own, but aside for the element that causes the red color, the two stones have the same gem structure. Only rubies with a strong red color are considered rubies while the lighter stones are known as pink sapphires.   Sapphire Birthstone The classic sapphire birthstone is blue, but the birthstone refers to all sapphires, leaving one to choose from an array of alluring sapphire colors. One with a sapphire birthstone can elect to wear a blue sapphire, green, yellow, brown, or pink. That is one of the most attractive aspects of a sapphire; the many color choices. Sapphire's set in yellow gold   There is no denying the incredible beauty of a sapphire, whether it is blue, yellow, or colorless. This highly durable substance available in a plethora of breathtaking colors makes for an irresistible jewel perfect for any piece or occasion. Like everything in life, there is always compromise and like everything else, different things appeal to different types of people. So unless you are adamant and insist on getting the largest, highest quality sapphire with the best color and are able to afford it for that matter, it is recommended to think carefully what matters most to you. Is it the size? The color? The shape? The quality? The larger a stone is, the more chances of it having inclusions. On the other hand, smaller stones are more likely to have fewer flaws. Therefore, if you want the best of both worlds you will need to be ready to pay the price. Other questions may involve the stone purchasing process, dos and don'ts, and what to look out for. Always make certain you are purchasing from a reputable business and try to take someone knowledgeable with you for backup.

قد يبدو مصطلح «الزركون» مألوفًا للكثيرين، لكن ما يتصوره معظم الناس فعليًّا عن الزركون هو شيء مختلف تمامًا. إذن، ما هو الزركون؟ حسنًا، ذلك الحجر الذي يشبه الماس، والذي يعرفه معظم الناس وتربطهم به علاقة حب وكراهية، ليس زركونًا، بل هو «الزركونيا المكعبة»؛ وهو حجر اصطناعي رخيص.من ناحية أخرى، فإن الزركون الطبيعي يشبه الماس في الواقع ويأتي بعدة ألوان، ولكنه أكثر نعومة من الماس والزركونيا المكعبة، وبالطبع يتطلب أسعاراً أقل بكثير من الماس الحقيقي. وغني عن القول أن هناك الكثير من الأسئلة المتعلقة بالزركون، لذا إليك الأسئلة الأكثر شيوعاً لمساعدتك على فهمه أكثر قليلاً. ما هو الزركون ما هو الزركون؟ الزركون هو نوع من المعادن. ينتمي إلى مجموعة من المعادن تُعرف باسم نيسوسيليكات وله نظام بلوري رباعي الزوايا. يأتي اسم الزركون من بلاد فارس ويعني "اللون الذهبي". ومع ذلك، يوجد الزركون في الواقع بعدة ألوان.   هل الزركونيا المكعبة معدن؟ الزركونيا المكعبة ليست معدنًا. إنها شكل من أشكال ثاني أكسيد الزركون، ونظرًا لمظهرها المشابه للماس، فهي المنافس الرئيسي لبدائل الماس. في الآونة الأخيرة، أصبح المويسانيت الصناعي، وهو نسخة اصطناعية من حجر كريم طبيعي يشبه الماس في المظهر، بديلاً منافسًا آخر للماس باهظ الثمن.   ما الفرق بين الزركونيا البيضاء والماس؟ الزركونيا البيضاء هي الشكل الأبيض للزركونيا المكعبة، وهي حجر اصطناعي. أما الماس فهو حجر كريم طبيعي، يُستخرج من الرواسب. يتم قطع الماس الخام وصقله ليصبح الأحجار المذهلة ذات الأوجه التي نعرفها ونحبها. والسؤال عن الفرق بين الزركونيا البيضاء والماس يشبه السؤال عن الفرق بين الجلد الأصلي والجلد الصناعي. على الرغم من أوجه التشابه البصرية الظاهرة بين الاثنين، لا يوجد أي تشابه في تركيبات هذين العنصرين المختلفين تمامًا، ويمكن ملاحظة ذلك بوضوح بمرور الوقت، وعند النظر عن كثب، ومن خلال عيون خبيرة. ما هو الزركون الأبيض؟ الزركون الأبيض هو زركون طبيعي أبيض اللون. توجد الزركونات الطبيعية بعدة ألوان، بما في ذلك الأبيض. يعد الزركون الأبيض من بين أنواع الزركون الأكثر رواجًا. يمكن معالجة الزركون ذي الألوان الأخرى بالحرارة ليصبح أبيض، أو أزرق، وهو لون شائع آخر للزركون. ما هو الزركون الأبيض (المصدر: مركز رودرا) ما هو لون الزركون؟ يمكن أن يظهر الزركون بعدة ألوان مثل الأحمر، والأصفر الذهبي، والعديم اللون، والأخضر، والبني، والأزرق.   ما هو الزركون الأزرق؟ بالإضافة إلى الزركون عديم اللون، يعد الزركون الأزرق أحد أكثر أنواع الزركون رواجًا. يمكن تطبيق معالجات مختلفة على الزركون الملون الطبيعي للحصول على هذا اللون الفريد، لكن الزركون الذي يوجد بشكل طبيعي باللون الأزرق هو الأكثر طلبًا. إذن، هل الزركون الأزرق ذو قيمة؟ بالتأكيد. غالبًا ما يتم الخلط بين الزركون والزركونيا المكعبة، لذا أجبت في هذه المقالة على الأسئلة الشائعة حول هذين الحجرين. ومع ذلك، من الأهمية بمكان التمييز بينهما. التشابه الوحيد بين الحجرين هو في أسمائهما. أما كل شيء آخر فهو مختلف تمامًا. LEIBISH 25.14 قيراط، أزرق، زركون برازيلي، شكل بيضاوي على الرغم من أن الزركون يشتهر بكونه حجر كريم أرخص، إلا أن بعض أنواع الزركون يمكن أن تكون باهظة الثمن. لذلك، من الضروري معرفة كل ما يمكن معرفته عن الزركون الطبيعي قبل الذهاب لشرائه، حتى لا ينتهي بك الأمر بشراء ما كنت تعتقد أنه زركون بسعر رائع، لكنه تبين أنه زركونيا مكعبة عديمة القيمة. إن فهم ماهية الزركون وخصائصه الفريدة يمكن أن يساعدك في اتخاذ قرارات مستنيرة عند شراء الأحجار الكريمة.

The most precious gemstone, the diamond, is graded based on the 4 Cs: Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat. With colorless diamonds, every one of these specifications equally matters. When it comes to color diamonds, and colored gemstones for that matter, color takes precedence. After all, a gemstone’s color is truly what sets it apart from other stones. Gemstone color can be broken down into three categories: hue, tone, and saturation.The first factor, hue, refers to the specific color of the stone. It is preferable for a stone to have the purest hue possible. This means that any secondary color should either be nonexistent or minimal.The second factor, tone, describes the level at which the color is seen in the stone. A gemstone can be green, but it can be a very light shade of green or display an extremely deep green color.Lastly, the saturation of a stone is how strongly the stone’s color shows versus any possible gray or brown hues that may be present in the stone. There are some gemstones that can be found in completely different colors, so it is important to ensure that both the gemstone and the color are correct. For example, sapphires can be found in either pink, white, yellow, or the most familiar – blue. Ruby, aquamarine, and emerald can only be found in red, blue and green, respectively, but stones like tanzanite and tourmaline can be found in more than one color as well. LEIBISH 1.29 carat, Pink Sapphire, Emerald Shape   Vivid Hue: Exploring the Spectrum of Gemstone Colors Before the color of any gemstone, can be assessed, its color must first be established. A gemstone appraiser makes sure, for example, that the blue stone that he is looking at is a tourmaline and not a sapphire, or a tanzanite and not an aquamarine. A stone’s hue can be a pure primary color (red, blue, or yellow) or a secondary color, which is the result of primary colors mixing (orange, green, and purple.)A stone’s color can also be mixed with gray, white, or black, which results in the need for yet another grade. When there is gray in a stone, it is the saturation that needs to be graded. When there is white in a stone, it is the tint that needs to be defined. The presence of black in a stone can affect the tone.Most stones are more valuable when there is little tint, though there are some exceptions. LEIBISH Aquamarine and Sapphire stones It is the most desirable for a gemstone to possess a pure color, but more often than not, a stone also has secondary colors. For example, a very valuable ruby may display a pure blood red color, or otherwise they can range from pink to the darkest purple. A pure color can be one of the primary colors, red, blue, and yellow, while secondary colors are those created as a result of primary colors mixing, such as purple, green, and orange. LEIBISH Pinkish Red Marquise shaped Ruby and trilliant cut diamond 3 stone Ring   Tone and Tint: Understanding the Shades of Gemstones The amount of black or white color mixed into the primary color is what determines the tone of a gemstone. A stone will have a dark tone if there is a high percentage of black mixed in. A stone will be very light if there is white mixed in. A stone should not be too dark that you cannot tell what color it is, nor should it be too faint. 2 Sapphires in different tones of blue   That is why on the tone grading scale, the middle grades of medium-dark, medium, and light medium fetch the highest prices. Dark, Light, and Very Light tone gemstones are far less valuable. However, a stone is never graded based on its tone alone. It is the tone combined with the stone’s color that determines its worth. It is not ideal for a gemstone to be too dark or too light, although that may change the price of the stone in your favor. Enhancing Saturation: Maximizing Color Intensity in Gemstones While color is very much desirable in a colored gemstone, and it is preferred for stones to have some traces of black or white, it is very much not desirable for a stone to contain gray or brown color. The less gray and brown in a stone, the higher the saturation level. A stone containing zero gray or brown has yet to be discovered, but if were to be, it would be considered a stone with a 100% saturation. Gemstones with high color saturation are referred to as stones with vivid or strong saturation. The presence of gray in a stone contributes to the saturation level. It is less desirable for a stone to contain gray in it, therefore the less there is of the gray the higher the saturation. A stone with zero gray presence, which would in theory receive a 100% saturation grade, has never been found. A pure red ruby with no gray or brown coloring  A stone can potentially be pure, and free of other hues but it is never free of grey, white or black, and can therefore never receive the highest color grade. But the stone is not based on color alone, but rather, also on its tone. Color grades run 1 through 10. 1-2 is excellent, 3-4 is very good, 4-5 is good, 6-7 is fair, 8-9 is poor, and 9-10 is very poor. Gemstones must be in the 1-4 range with a Medium-Dark to Light –Medium tone to be considered high quality gemstones in terms of color.   Crystal Clear: Navigating Clarity in Gemstones The clarity in gemstones refers to the amount of inclusions in the stone.A gemstone that is Free of Inclusions is a stone that has inclusions that even under 10x magnification cannot be seen.Very Lightly Included stones may or may not have inclusions that can be detected by a professional with a lens.Lightly Included gems have inclusions that are detectable under 10x magnification, but not often with the unaided eye.Moderately Included stones possess inclusions that the naked eye can see but they do not dominate the gem. Heavily Included and Excessively Included stones have clear and visible inclusions that affect the stone’s appearance and in the case of the latter, the stones may not be durable. Part of a stone’s clarity is the brilliance it displays. This is related mostly to the way in which the stone was cut. LEIBISH Tanzanite Ring, Aquamarine Ring and Emerald Ring The depth of a stone is another aspect of gemstones and is related to clarity as well. The height of the stone divided by its minimum width is a stone’s depth. Ideally this should be between 60% and 80%, however this depends greatly on the rough shape of the gem. Stones that are under 50% are considered shallow and may find it hard to maintain saturation. On the other hand, stones over 90% might blackout if it has a dark tone. Precision Cuts: Evaluating Cutting Grades for Multicolored Gemstones The cutting grade for gemstones is just part of the overall grade it receives. The cutting grade is comprised of both the diamond’s brilliance and the diamond’s depth.The grade also includes the general quality and precision of the diamond’s cut and finish. If the cut has any flaws or weaknesses it will be mentioned in this grade. Though it is possible to look at the individual great for each and every aspect, you can keep it simple and look at the overall grade, which summarizes all of the diamond cut’s elements. This grade consists of five levels. These are Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair, and Poor. Statistics show that 900 out of 1000 diamonds mined will fall into the Fair or Poor categories, while only 1 will receive the Excellent grade. LEIBISH Rosie's Bloom Collection   Weighty Matters: Unveiling the Significance of Gemstone Carat Weight People would generally assume that the bigger the better, and therefore more expensive. However, with gemstones, it is not so black and white.Though many times larger stones are more sought after and therefore far pricier than smaller stones, this isn’t always the case. There are some gemstones such as the ruby, which are often found in large sizes. However, it is extremely difficult to come across a ruby with high clarity. Therefore, a much smaller ruby with few inclusions will cost a pretty penny.Additionally, a stone’s weight does not necessarily reflect its visual appearance. What this means is that a rather heavy stone may be very deep, and much of its weight will not be seen when set in a jewelry setting. On the other hand, a much lighter stone could appear much larger simply because it is shallow but wide. Someone with a tight budget could benefit greatly from such a stone. Red Ruby, Blue Sapphire and Diamond 2 Stone Crossover Ring Nature has left us with many different types of gemstones, each with its own unique features. There are many aspects of a gemstone that need to be examined in order to assess its true worth.However, there are many different laboratories that produce these stones, and some have different grading systems.Additionally, each and every person has different taste. If it is a matter of selecting a gemstone for a jewelry piece, then one should go with the stone that speaks out to him or her. After all, beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

ترتبط بعض الأحجار الكريمة ارتباطًا وثيقًا بمصدرها الأصلي لدرجة أن مجرد ذكر مصدرها يستحضر صورًا لجمال أخاذ. فمثلًا، عندما نذكر ألماس غولكوندا، تتبادر إلى الذهن صورة ألماس شفاف للغاية وعديم اللون. أما الزمرد الكولومبي فيستحضر صورًا لبلورات خضراء زاهية ومثيرة. ويُعد الياقوت الكشميري — وتحديدًا من مملكة كشمير وجامو — مثالًا نموذجيًا للأحجار الزرقاء ذات اللون المخملي الغامق، والتي لا مثيل لها في أي مكان آخر. ولا يمكنك التفكير في الماس الوردي دون أن يتبادر إلى ذهنك منجم أرجيل. لذا، عندما تقول "الياقوت"، فأنت على الأرجح تفكر في الياقوت البورمي — خاصةً من وادي موغوك. موغوك، ميانمار. (فيديريكو بارلوشر)   بغض النظر عن الجودة، هناك قصة خفية متشابكة عبر تاريخ الياقوت البورمي ترفعه إلى مرتبة أسطورية. إنه بلا شك أكثر الأحجار الكريمة الملونة قيمة في العالم. كان المحاربون البورميون القدماء يؤمنون بأن الياقوت يحميهم في المعركة. ونسبت الأساطير القديمة صفات أسطورية مثل الحظ والحماية إلى هذا الحجر المتلألئ. كلمة راتناراج، وهي الكلمة السنسكريتية للياقوت، تعني "ملك الأحجار الكريمة". لقد ارتبط الياقوت بالملوك منذ آلاف السنين، حيث ظهر في بعض من أروع جواهر التاج في العالم. وفي العصر الحديث، أسر لون الياقوت المتوهج خيال نجوم هوليوود وأفراد المجتمع الراقي الأمريكيين أيضاً.   ما هو الياقوت؟ الياقوت هو النوع الأحمر من معدن الكوراندوم. الكوراندوم النقي عديم اللون. وتضفي كميات ضئيلة من العناصر الأخرى اللون على الكوراندوم. ينتج التيتانيوم والحديد اللون الأزرق، فيصبح ياقوتًا أزرق. ويمكننا أن نشكر الكروم على ذلك اللون الأحمر الشبيه بأحمر الشفاه الذي نحبه في الياقوت. لكن هذه الشوائب في الياقوت يمكن أن تخلق أيضًا فلورة تزيد من كثافة لونه الأحمر. الكوراندوم هو ثاني أصعب مادة طبيعية معروفة — والشيء الوحيد الأكثر صلابة هو الماس. الصلابة ليست مجرد سمة غريبة عندما يتعلق الأمر بالأحجار الكريمة. فالصلابة تسمح للحجر بالحصول على صقل عالٍ يعزز قدراته على التعامل مع الضوء. ونحن نعلم أنه كلما كان الحجر أكثر صلابة، زادت متانته أيضًا. ليبيش 5 قيراط، دم الحمام، ياقوت بورما شاهد مجموعة الياقوت لدينا.   لماذا موغوك؟ بالنسبة للمطلعين، فإن مجرد ذكر كلمة موغوك يستحضر إلى الذهن اللون الأحمر الداكن الذي لا يوجد إلا في الياقوت الذي ينشأ في رقعة صغيرة من الأرض في أعالي جبال ميانمار (بورما سابقًا). قد لا يتجاوز طول بلدة موغوك القديمة أربعة أميال، لكنها تفتخر بسمعة عالمية بفضل أحجار الياقوت الحمراء الفاتنة التي يتوق إليها الخبراء. تشتهر أحجار الياقوت البورمية هذه بلونها الأحمر النقي، مع شفافية كافية تسمح للضوء بالانعكاس داخلها حتى يعود إلى العين منتجاً اللون الرائع الذي نحبه. يتميز ياقوت موغوك عالي الجودة بلون أحمر مشبع زاهي مع مسحة أرجوانية خفيفة. يُطلق عليه اسم "أحمر دم الحمام"، وتعود النعومة التي لا توصف التي يتميز بها إلى شوائب "حريرية" مجهرية تعمل على تشتيت الضوء لتنتج مظهرًا مخمليًا. هذه السمات تجعل من ياقوت موغوك المعيار الذي يُحكم به على جميع أنواع الياقوت الأخرى. وعلينا أن نشكر مناجم موغوك على تزويدنا بأكثر من 90% من أفضل أنواع الياقوت البورمي الذي تم إنتاجه على الإطلاق. ملك الحرية، أكبر بلورة ياقوت تم العثور عليها في بورما. (فيديريكو بارلوشر) اللون هو العامل المهيمن عندما يتعلق الأمر بالياقوت، فإن اللون هو العامل المهيمن. في حين أنه من النادر العثور على ياقوت خالٍ من الشوائب، فإن قيمته تتأثر بشكل كبير بمستوى الرؤية الناتج عن هذه الشوائب. في حين أن هذه التفاصيل تصف ياقوت موغوك بشكل جيد، فإن معظم مناجم ميانمار لم تعد تنتج أحجاراً كريمة. تم استخراج جميع أحجار الياقوت البورمية الموجودة في السوق اليوم تقريبًا منذ عقود، بل منذ 100 عام. على الرغم من صعوبة الحصول عليها، فإن القليل من أحجار الياقوت البورمية التي تخرج من ميانمار لم تلق دائمًا ترحيبًا حارًا. يرفض بعض تجار المجوهرات التعامل مع ميانمار لأن قادتها السياسيين جعلوا الحياة صعبة على مواطنيها، وخاصة الأقليات العرقية التي تعيش هناك.  يصر تجار الأحجار الكريمة على أنه في حين أن ياقوت موغوك محاط بغموض أسطوري، إلا أنه ببساطة لا يوجد منتج متاح. مع شبه انعدام إمدادات موغوك وارتفاع الطلب من المستهلكين، يتوجه هواة الجمع الجادون إلى المزادات بحثًا عن أحجار موغوك الأصلية. ولكن هناك مصدر آخر للياقوت الفاخر اليوم متاح لهواة الجمع. يعتقد البعض أن ياقوت موزمبيق يكاد يضاهي ياقوت موغوك. وبدون الأصل الرومانسي لياقوت موغوك، يُباع ياقوت موزمبيق بسعر أقل بكثير من أسعار ياقوت بورما للقيراط الواحد. ياقوت موزمبيق هو حجر حقيقي من القرن الحادي والعشرين يقدم للمستهلك لونًا وشفافية مشابهين لياقوت موغوك. يُوصف لونه أحيانًا بـ "دم الحمام" لتوضيح تشابهه في الدرجة اللونية مع الياقوت من موغوك. ومع ذلك، فإن الأحجام التي تزيد عن 1 قيراط نادرة. قد يدعي الخبراء، مع ذلك، أن الياقوت من موغوك هو الخيار الوحيد المناسب. وبالنسبة لهؤلاء الجامعين، فإن المزاد هو المصدر الأكثر موثوقية للحصول على الأحجار. تسوق مجوهرات الياقوت هنا!

أحجار الزبرجد هي أحجار كريمة شبه كريمة، وهي نوع من معدن البريل ذو لون أزرق مخضر. ورغم أن أحجار الزبرجد تُستخرج من مواقع في جميع أنحاء العالم، بما في ذلك سريلانكا والولايات المتحدة ومدغشقر وزامبيا وتنزانيا وكينيا، إلا أن بعضًا من أجود هذه الأحجار الكريمة توجد في البرازيل. في الواقع، تم اكتشاف حجر الزبرجد الأصلي الذي يتميز بلون أزرق فاتح فريد من نوعه في منجم سانتا ماريا دي إيتابيرا في ميناس جيرايس بالبرازيل. ولذلك، أصبحت الأحجار التي تتميز بهذا اللون تُعرف الآن باسم "سانتا ماريا"، بغض النظر عن منشأها. LEIBISH 1.23 قيراط، سانتا ماريا، زبرجد، شكل بيضاوي، معالجة حرارية   خصائص الزبرجد على الرغم من أن أحجار الزبرجد هي أحجار كريمة شبه كريمة، إلا أنها تحتل مرتبة بين 7.5 و8 على مقياس موس لصلابة المعادن. للمقارنة، يحتل الماس المرتبة 10، بينما يحتل الياقوت والياقوت الأحمر المرتبة 9. يمكن مقارنة صلابة حجر الزبرجد بصلابة الزمرد، وهو أمر غير مفاجئ لأن الزمرد هو أيضًا نوع من البريل. أيون Fe2+ هو المسؤول عن اللون الأزرق. تظهر بعض أحجار الزبرجد بلون أزرق شديد، يُشار إليه باسم ماكسيكسي. يتم الحصول على هذا اللون بفضل تركيبات الأيونات. عندما يتواجد كل من Fe2+ وFe3+، الذي يسبب لونًا أصفر غامق، في الحجر، يتشكل لون أزرق أغمق. الـ 4 Cs لحجر الزبرجد سانتا ماريا يتم تقييم معظم الأحجار الكريمة باستخدام معايير الـ 4 C: اللون، والوضوح، والقطع، والوزن بالقيراط. اللون له أهمية قصوى بالنسبة للأحجار الكريمة الملونة مثل أحجار الزبرجد. لذلك، يتم تصنيفها أولاً حسب جودة ونوع اللون الذي تظهره، مثل اللون الأزرق سانتا ماريا. يشير الوضوح إلى العيوب أو عدم وجودها داخل الحجر. بالنسبة للأحجار عديمة اللون، من المثالي أن تكون واضحة وخالية من الشوائب قدر الإمكان. على الرغم من أن إظهار نقاء مذهل لا يزال ذا أهمية كبيرة، إلا أن الأحجار الكريمة الملونة، وخاصة البريل، تمتلك عمومًا نوعًا من العيوب. ومع ذلك، تشتهر أحجار الزبرجد سانتا ماريا بكونها "نظيفة للعين"، مما يعني أنه لا يمكن اكتشاف الشوائب بالعين المجردة. فيما يتعلق بالقطع، يجب قطع أحجار الزبرجد بزوايا حادة وأنماط متناظرة بسبب طبيعتها العاكسة. ولهذا السبب، قد تبدو الأحجار ذات الوضوح العالي باهتة إذا كان قطعها رديئًا. وأخيرًا، من الصعب العثور على أحجار الزبرجد سانتا ماريا ذات الأحجام الكبيرة بالقيراط. نصف قيراط هو أكبر حجم تقريبًا للحجر العادي. ومع ذلك، فإن LEIBISH محظوظة بما يكفي لامتلاك حجر زبرجد سانتا ماريا بيضاوي الشكل يبلغ وزنه 1.23 قيراط. أقراط LEIBISH من الياقوت متعدد الألوان والأكوامارين TW 4.95 قيراط مصادر أحجار الأكوامارين يمكن العثور على الأكوامارين في معظم المواقع التي يتم فيها استخراج البريل العادي. لقد كاد المنجم الأصلي الذي أنتج أكوامارين سانتا ماريا أن يستنفد مخزونه من الأكوامارين، ولهذا السبب تأتي العديد من أحجار الأكوامارين سانتا ماريا اليوم من مختلف البلدان الأفريقية. يعد استخراج الزبرجد عملية طويلة ومتعبة، وهو ما يجعل هذه الأحجار الكريمة مميزة للغاية. بالإضافة إلى كونه حجرًا كريمًا جميلًا ذو لون مذهل، فإن الزبرجد هو أيضًا حجر برج شهر مارس. كما أن لدى البعض عادة تقديم هذا الحجر كهدية بمناسبة الذكرى التاسعة عشرة للزواج. بل إن هناك من يعتقد أن أحجار الزبرجد لديها القدرة على علاج أمراض مثل مشاكل الغدة الدرقية وتورم الغدد. سواء كنت تبحث عن حجر زبرجد سانتا ماريا لإضافة شيء فريد إلى مجموعتك، أو كنت تبحث عن هدية ذات مغزى لعيد ميلاد أو ذكرى زواج، أو كنت ترغب في تجربة طريقة غير تقليدية لعلاج الألم المزمن، فسوف تسعد بالفوائد العديدة لحجر الزبرجد وجماله الذي لا مثيل له.

As much as diamonds truly are a spectacular specimen, they are a perfect example of how supply and demand works, as well as marketing in general. Diamonds are certainly hard to come by, and are marketed as such. However, there are plenty of other commodities, and gemstones in particular that are just as rare as diamonds if not rarer.  Tanzanite happens to be a semi-precious gemstone that is far rarer than diamonds and yet is valued far less than the hardest substance known to man. While other factors play a part when determining the overall worth of a stone such as appearance and durability, one would think that the element of rarity would have more of an effect on the price of the stone. This reality has an upside as well as a downside, depending on how you look at it. Diamonds may be easier to come across, but they come at a steep price. Tanzanite on the other hand, although not quite diamonds, are far cheaper yet more difficult to hunt down. Here is a short comparison between these two intriguing gemstones. LEIBISH Tanzanite Cushion & Marquise Diamond Ring (3.37Ct TW)   Diamonds in a Nutshell Found in many parts of the world, diamonds consist of a perfect internal structure that results in an extremely durable stone that is also capable of giving off an incredible and unparalleled shine. Their unusual sparkle and hardness is what has dubbed them as a girl’s best friend and is the stone of choice for brides-to-be all across the globe. There are four main factors to consider when looking for a diamond: color, cut, clarity, and carat weight. These are known as the 4 Cs. In colorless diamonds, all four elements are of equal importance whereas color takes precedence when it comes to color diamonds.   Tanzanite in a Nutshell Unlike most gemstones, tanzanite was only discovered some forty or so years ago in Tanzania. The name tanzanite was given to the mineral zoisite, which is found in a number of hues, in order to market it. It was Tiffany’s that had this brilliant idea and now it is the name used to refer to the blue, bluish purple, and bluish violet varieties. Much like rubies, which are actually red sapphires, the name tanzanite is reserved for these colors alone although some will refer to some of the other colors as colorless tanzanite, gray tanzanite, yellow tanzanite, and so on and so forth. The rough stone often has more of a brownish red color, and only after heat treatment do many tanzanite stones transform into the blue gemstones many of us would recognize. Stones’ colors are often affected by elements found within the mineral. In the case of tanzanite, it is small traces of vanadium in the zoisite’s structure that causes the blue coloring. When such stone are heated to 600 degrees Celsius for thirty minutes, the blue coloring can come forth more. For this reason, almost all blue tanzanite on the market has been heat-treated. Those that are found with such a color naturally demand extremely high prices. In terms of durability, tanzanite ranks 6.5 on the Mohs scale of hardness, as opposed to diamonds, which rank 10. LEIBISH Tanzanite Pear Side Stone Ring (2.74Ct TW)   Why Diamonds? Diamonds should be sought after first and foremost for their durability. The second reason, which is equally important, is its one-of-a-kind shine. While this is less relevant in color diamond it is still important because of the structure of the stone. It will not exude the radiance that colorless diamonds, particularly brilliant-cut stones, are known for, but it will still display an overall dazzle that is incomparable to any other stone.   Why Tanzanite? One of the arguments made in favor of diamonds is that they are special specimen for having been on our planet for so long and having had to endure such conditions to become what they are. In all fairness, many minerals have been formed in similar fashions overtime, albeit with different chemical makeups. Tanzanite is a rather recent player in the gemstone industry and yet it has so much to offer. Known mainly for the blue variety, which is a strong contender with blue sapphires and maybe even blue diamonds, its colorless variety has a place in the competition with colorless diamonds and other colorless gemstones as well. The most attractive feature of a tanzanite stone is its color. Needless to say, the presentation of a piece of tanzanite jewelry is phenomenal. Pair that with the low price of approximately $425 for a 1-carat stone and you’ve got yourself a great deal. LEIBISH 2.58 carat, Violet, Tanzanite, Heart Shape   The Bottom Line When it comes down to comparing a diamond with a tanzanite stone, it is hard to come away with a winner. The reason for this is that despite the common ground between the two stones, they are truly worlds apart. Diamonds are on top of the gemstone hierarchy whereas tanzanite is somewhere down below. It’s not just that it is so much less durable than a diamond and that it does not offer the brilliance, sparkle, or clarity of a diamond; it’s everything combined. Having said that, if you are looking for a stone with an awesome color that won’t break the bank, tanzanite definitely has one on diamonds, which will have a much harder time filling these specific needs.

أكثر ما يثير دهشة معظم الناس بشأن الياقوت والصفير عند التعرف عليهما لأول مرة هو أنهما ينتميان إلى نفس المعدن. في الواقع، وبصرف النظر عن لونهما، فهما في الأساس نفس الحجر. فالياقوت والصفير كلاهما من أنواع معدن الكوراندوم. ويوجد هذا المعدن بمجموعة متنوعة من الألوان، لكنه معروف في الغالب بدرجته الزرقاء. كما توجد أنواع من الصفير باللون الوردي والبرتقالي والأصفر والأخضر والأرجواني.   الياقوت الأحمر كان من الممكن أن يوجد الياقوت الأحمر أيضًا لولا أنه تم تصنيفه في فئة خاصة به، وهي فئة الياقوت. اللون هو ما يميز كل من هذين الحجرين عن الآخر، وهو ناتج عن البنية الداخلية الخاصة للمعدن. دعونا نلقي نظرة فاحصة على هذين الحجرين الكريمين وعلى ما يميز أحدهما عن الآخر. ياقوت من LEIBISH وماسة بيضاء الياقوت والياقوت الأحمر - لنتحدث عن العلم بلورة Al2O3 تُعرف بلورات Al2O3 النقية باسم الكوراندوم. وعندما تكون في شكل أحجار كريمة، تُسمى الياقوت عديم اللون. يتكون بنية هذا المعدن من ست ذرات أكسجين تحيط بكل ذرة ألومنيوم، مما يخلق شكلًا ثماني الأوجه مشوهًا إلى حد ما. على الرغم من وجود ثلاث ذرات أكسجين فوق ذرة الألومنيوم وثلاث تحتها، إلا أنها موضوعة بشكل مختلف قليلاً. فالذرات السفلية تبعد عن بعضها البعض مسافة أكبر قليلاً من الذرات العلوية. هذه هي الطريقة التي يتم بها ترتيب نصف ذرات الألومنيوم. أما النصف الآخر فهو عكس ذلك تمامًا. ذرة الألومنيوم هي أيون موجب محاط بستة أيونات سالبة. وفي الوقت نفسه، تتلقى ذرات الأكسجين السالبة المحيطة إلكترونين، مما يضمن عدم وجود مستويات طاقة شاغرة. يعني هذا الترتيب أن كل ذرتين من الألومنيوم تعطيان ستة إلكترونات، وأن كل ثلاث ذرات من الأكسجين تحصل على ستة إلكترونات إجمالاً من أجل تكوين Al2O3. وهذا يسمح بتكوين مجال بلوري. وهذا هو الحال بالنسبة للكوراندوم النقي؛ فعندما يتم إقران الإلكترونات بشكل مختلف وعندما يتم استبدال الذرات، يتغير تكوين البلورة. انقر هنا لمزيد من المعلومات حول الياقوت LEIBISH 3.69 قيراط، أزرق، ياقوت، شكل وسادة الياقوت مقابل الياقوت الأحمر مع الكوراندوم النقي، لا يوجد امتصاص للضوء، وبالتالي لا يوجد لون. عندما يتم استبدال ذرة واحدة من كل مائة ذرة ألومنيوم بذرة كروم، يجب أن تتبرع بثلاثة إلكترونات مثل ذرات الأكسجين لتصبح Cr3+ وتحل محل Al3+. وذلك حتى تظل الشحنة كما هي. لا توجد مدارات أو مستويات طاقة مملوءة جزئيًا في Al3+ ولكنها موجودة في Cr3+. هذه هي الإلكترونات ذاتها التي يمكن تحفيزها ويمكن أن تؤدي إلى امتصاص الضوء، مما يخلق اللون في الياقوت بشكل أساسي. آثار الحديد والتيتانيوم والكروم والنحاس والمغنيسيوم هي ما يخل بالتركيب "المثالي" للكوراندوم النقي ويؤدي إلى اللون الأزرق للياقوت. سبب اختلاف ألوان الكوراندوم، وبالتالي تكوين الياقوت والياقوت الأحمر، هو أمر علمي للغاية ولكنه غير معروف للمستهلك العادي للأحجار الكريمة. ومن المثير للاهتمام أن الماس الملون يعمل بشكل مشابه مع عناصر مختلفة تؤدي إلى ألوان مختلفة من الماس. فوجود النيتروجين في الماس، على سبيل المثال، هو ما يسبب ظهور الماس الأصفر، بينما يؤدي البورون إلى ظهور الماس الأزرق. العلم مثير للاهتمام ومربك، ولكن من كان يعلم أنه يمكن أن يكون بهذه الروعة؟ تسوقوا من مجموعتنا من الأحجار الكريمة ومجوهرات الأحجار الكريمة اليوم!