By: Jeffrey M. Bertman Graduate Gemologist Sparkling diamond jewelry is often compared to stars. Not only is this an apt metaphor, it speaks [...]

By: Jeffrey M. Bertman Graduate Gemologist The big news concerning pearls is the fact that pearl lovers have more options than ever. While [...]

By: Jeffrey M. Bertman Graduate Gemologist Renaissance goldsmiths produced a new style of marriage ring known as the "gimmel ring," which has two [...]

By: Jeffrey M. Bertman Graduate Gemologist Those fortunate enough to have been born during the month of May have emerald as their birthstone. [...]

By: Jeffrey M. Bertman Graduate Gemologist Those with an appreciation for estate jewelry should be familiar with the terminology that defines older styles [...]

By: Jeffrey M. Bertman Graduate Gemologist The round brilliant-cut diamond may be the most popular diamond shape, but it is hardly the only [...]

By: Jeffrey M. Bertman Graduate Gemologist Bracelets, of course, are always in style, and those currently coming from top jewelry designers are adding [...]

By: Jeffrey M. Bertman Graduate Gemologist There is little question that diamond jewelry is nearly always positioned at the top of a woman’s [...]

By: Jeffrey M. Bertman Graduate Gemologist Savvy consumers can take advantage of the fact that the finest examples of red spinel have been [...]

By: Jeffrey M. Bertman Graduate Gemologist In recent years, diamond lovers have expanded their appreciation of their favorite clear gemstone to include diamonds [...]