Gemstone Industry News & Insights

A gemmologist's guide to Mozambique Paraíba tourmaline, covering copper-bearing chemistry, origin determination versus Brazil, treatments, and market valuation.

In depth gemological analysis of Mahenge pink and red spinel: origin, mineralogy, optical properties, treatment status, and valuation criteria for professionals.

Australian sapphires are gaining attention as a reliable alternative for modern jewelry collections, offering strong durability, stable color, and consistent availability suited for everyday wear pieces and repeat production lines.

Discover why Australian sapphires are regaining global attention, from their unique teal and parti colors to ethical mining practices and rising demand in fine jewelry.

Discover why unheated sapphires command such steep premiums over heated and diffused stones. This article explains the geological, optical, and market forces behind sapphire price gaps for serious gemologists.

Emeralds are stunning, but buying them online can be risky. Learn expert tips to protect your money, avoid fakes, and find the right gem for you.

Best gemstones to invest in 2025: rubies, sapphires, emeralds, spinels, and Paraiba tourmalines with strong rarity, value, and growth potential.

What if the green glow of an emerald wasn’t born on Earth? This episode unravels the cosmic origins of one of the rarest elements in the universe, beryllium, revealing that it forms not in volcanoes or deep within mines, but in the violent aftermath of exploding stars. With insights from a Geneva physicist and a gem dealer, we trace the journey of emeralds from interstellar collisions to the inclusions found within their crystalline structure. Each gemstone becomes a fragment of galactic history, carrying the legacy of cosmic violence. This is gemology redefined; where astrophysics meets the heart of a gemstone.

Could one of ancient Egypt’s most mysterious jewels come from outer space? In this episode, we delve into the enigmatic origins of Libyan Desert Glass, examining the leading scientific hypotheses and the structural and geological clues uncovered over decades of research. We reveal what science truly tells us about this rare material and explain how to distinguish genuine Libyan Desert Glass from imitations using advanced gemmological tools.

What happens when a nuclear explosion meets the sands of the desert? You get trinitite; a glassy, luminous relic forged in an instant at over 1,400°C. But beyond its dramatic birth lies a story rarely told: the gemological fascination behind this radioactive jewel. In this episode, we dive deep into the structure, beauty, and controversy of trinitite. Is it a gemstone? A scientific artifact? Or something in between? From #quasicrystals to collector obsessions, from molten quartz to forbidden colors; this is not your usual story about nuclear history.

Forget clichés; the American market has precise tastes. Find out the colors, cuts, and stones buyers crave in 2025, plus what’s worth investing in right now.

At GemMatrix, we control every step of the gemstone cutting process within our own factories in Thailand. Our Thai expert cutters, with decades of experience, use traditional tools and time-honored techniques to reveal the natural beauty of each stone.

We are excited to announce our participation in the 71st Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair, taking place from February 22 to 26, 2025, at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC).

Learn about its history, unique properties, and why it's becoming a prized choice among collectors and gem enthusiasts.

Unveil the pure, natural beauty of unheated blue sapphires, exploring their origins, finest sources, and exquisite applications in high-end jewelry. Discover the elegance and enduring value of these rare gems.

Unable to find satisfactory gemstone photographs online, I've chosen to document my personal experiences with these precious stones, This guide aims to provide a deeper, more intimate understanding of the gemstone photography, step by step.

This article presents a comprehensive comparison between Mozambique and Burmese rubies, examining their geological origins, physical properties, historical significance, and current market status.

Discover the best aperture settings for photographing gemstones - find out my suggestions in this insightful article!

Dive into the realm of blockchain and the gemstone industry in this new article.

Unlock the secrets of gemstone photography as we delve into the captivating dance between natural and artificial light, revealing the true essence of a stone's allure.

Detecting natural sapphires from lab-grown or fake ones requires a combination of scientific methods and gemological expertise. Let's see what is the easiest for you!

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Are you considering buying a lab-grown stone but still don't know if it's worth it? What are the differences between a lab-created and a natural stone? Let's find out together!

Let us give you some ideas on how to snap the most natural-looking photographs of emeralds with your DSLR.

Learn more about grey spinels and which jewelry style is best for this stone.

How to recognize synthetic spinels, does spinel size influence its price ?

How is the market doing? What are our forecasts? Let's discuss it today.

Spinel is far more than a ruby lookalike. Discover its spectacular colours, famous origins, rarity, treatments and rapidly rising value.

Struggling to capture a gemstone’s true beauty? Discover simple lighting, camera and focus techniques for sharper, more accurate gem photos.

Sri Lanka, Ethiopia, Kashmir..? Where do you think these sapphires come from? Let's see if you have a good eye!

Ruby or spinel: can you spot the difference? Take our gemstone quiz and test your knowledge of two of history’s most confused red gems.

Yellow sapphire jewellery radiates warmth and elegance. Discover the best cuts, settings and metals to transform this gem into a standout piece.

Buying gemstones online can be risky. Discover how to verify quality, treatments, certification and sellers before placing your order.

Two gemstones, two stunning transformations. Discover how alexandrites and garnets dramatically change colour under different lighting.

Can isotopes reveal an emerald’s true origin? Explore Russian emeralds and the hidden chemical signatures that distinguish their deposits.

Parti and teal sapphires disrupted the gemstone market. Discover how their unusual colours reshaped demand, jewellery trends and prices.

Journey through Madagascar with a gemologist searching for extraordinary sapphires. Discover their origins, colours and journey from mine to market.

Why did Very Peri become Pantone’s Colour of the Year 2022? Explore the bold violet-blue shade and the gemstones that bring it to life.

Spinel or corundum: can you tell them apart? Discover the crucial differences in composition, hardness, colour, rarity and market value.

Fura’s Australian sapphire auction puts rare gems in the spotlight. Discover the stones, market impact and what this sale means for buyers.

Meet our new spinel collection: rare natural colours, exceptional brilliance and completely untreated gemstones waiting to be discovered.

Yellow and orange sapphires glow like captured sunlight. Discover their fiery colours, origins, rarity and what determines their true value.

What makes sapphires so extraordinary? Discover their colours, origins, treatments, rarity and the secrets that determine their true value.

Why do some gemstones suddenly change colour? Discover the rare gems that transform completely under different lighting conditions.

Parti or teal sapphire: what makes each unique? Compare their mixed colours, origins, rarity and striking appeal in modern jewellery.

Where do the world’s finest spinels come from? Explore their legendary origins, rare colours and the regions producing exceptional gemstones.

The color, cut, and clarity of a ruby, as well as its carat weight, influence its quality and value. Let's review the key points!

Why are unheated sapphires so valuable? Discover how natural colour, rarity and origin can dramatically increase their beauty and market price.

When is a sapphire the perfect gift? Discover the most meaningful occasions to offer this timeless gemstone and make the moment unforgettable.

Want to make a yellow sapphire truly stand out? Discover the best metals, settings, outfits and styling tips for this radiant gemstone.

Mozambique or Burmese ruby: which is better? Compare their colour, origin, rarity, treatments and value before choosing your perfect gemstone.

How did a passion for gemstones become GemMatrix? Discover the people, expertise and vision behind our journey into the world of exceptional gems.

Is your ruby real or fake? Discover three practical checks that can reveal imitations, treatments and warning signs before you buy.

What happened to the Incas’ legendary emeralds? Uncover a story of sacred treasures, Spanish conquest and gemstones lost to history.

Emeralds hide more than brilliant green colour. Discover their origins, inclusions, treatments, rarity and what truly determines their value.

Iolite can shift from blue to violet before your eyes. Discover its remarkable colours, origins, properties, value and hidden history.

How does heat unlock tanzanite’s legendary blue-violet colour? Discover the treatment process and exactly how it transforms the gemstone.

How does rough tanzanite become a dazzling gem? Explore the precision cutting process that unlocks its iconic blue-violet brilliance.

Tanzanite is rarer than diamonds and found in only one place on Earth. Discover its extraordinary colour, origin and most surprising secrets.

Explore the fascinating inclusions in emeralds, what they reveal about origin, authenticity, formation, and each gemstone’s unique character.

Could tanzanite be a smart investment? Explore its extreme rarity, limited supply, market value and the key risks every buyer should know.

Choosing an emerald? Discover how colour, clarity, cut, origin and treatments determine its beauty, rarity and true market value.

When did gemstones first captivate the West? Trace their journey through ancient trade, royal power and the civilisations that treasured them.

Why are moonstones named after the Moon? Discover the ancient beliefs and mysterious glow behind one of nature’s most enchanting gemstones.

What is hiding inside a spinel? Explore the fascinating inclusions that reveal its natural origin, geological history and unique identity.

Alien spinels have reached Earth inside meteorites. Discover how these tiny extraterrestrial gems reveal the hidden history of our solar system.

Why are rubies and spinels sometimes found together? Discover the geological forces that create these famous red gemstones in the same deposits.

From ancient crowns to royal treasures, discover how gemstones shaped Europe’s wealth, power, beliefs and history across the centuries.

Is cedarwood oil truly the best emerald treatment? Discover how it enhances clarity, why experts use it and what every buyer should know.

India’s gemstones hide centuries of wealth, power and mystery. Discover their fascinating history, legendary origins and surprising facts.

Step inside our Thai gemstone factory and discover how rough stones are expertly cut, polished and transformed into exceptional finished gems.

Garnet is far more than a red gemstone. Discover its surprising colours, varieties, origins and the secrets that determine its value.

In 2016, astronomers at University of Warwick in Coventry, England, discovered something fascinating about the giant exoplanet HAT-P-7b.

Why can a ruby appear different in sunlight? Discover how lighting, fluorescence and trace elements transform its colour and fiery brilliance.

Depending on the structure and composition of the metal ions, spinels may be ferromagnetic or antiferromagnetic.