Discover interesting facts about your favorite gemstones, and learn all about gemstone cuts, clarity, color and more.

Sapphire Facts

Where do sapphires come from? How did they get their name? What colors are available?

Emerald Facts

How hard are emeralds? Which month is emerald birthstone month? What shades do they come in?

Ruby Facts

Where are rubies found? What celebrations are traditionally celebrated with rubies?

Gemstone Size

Understand the connection between carat weight and the dimension of your gemstones.
Gemstones Sizes

Gemstone Color

Learn about the range of gemstone colors. Find out the difference between hue, tone and saturation.
Gemstone Color

Gemstone Clarity

Everything will become clear when you read all about gemstone clarity.
Gemstone Clarity

Gemstone Enhancements

Find out about the enhancements and treatments accepted as standard practice by the jewelry industry.
Gemstone Enhancements