Jade has been a symbol of status in China since ancient times. Jade is an important material, and is often used in carvings, jewelry, screens, decorations, etc. Jade is held in high regard as valuable ...

A rare blue diamond was discovered at South Africa’s Cullinan Mine, drawing global attention and highlighting the country’s ...

A 55.22-carat ruby has become both the largest and most valuable gem of its kind ever to sell at auction, netting $34.8 million on Thursday. The stone went under the hammer in New York in June, less ...

Semi-precious stones have maintained their popularity in jewellery design due to their natural beauty and versatility. These stones offer a unique combination of aesthetic appeal and symbolic meaning, ...

A Carthage man may have unearthed one of the rarest gemstones in the world — not in a mine, but in his own front yard. Robert Lewis Jr. says he found an unusual black rock just steps from his home ...

On a site on Carlisle in Cumbria, England, that once held a high-status Roman bathhouse, archaeologists have unearthed 34 gems, variously cut from amethyst, jasper, and cornelian, and dating back to ...

Marvel and East Continental Gems partnered on a collection of six stones, which weigh more than 150 carats between them. By Mia Galuppo Senior Entertainment Reporter The convention center floor at San ...

If you're enjoying this article, consider supporting our award-winning journalism by subscribing. By purchasing a subscription you are helping to ensure the future of impactful stories about the ...