This talk explores the growing recognition of rare coloured gemstones beyond the traditional “Big Three.” Dispelling the outdated “semi-precious” label, the discussion highlights unique varieties, shifting market values, and rising demand.Read more Featuring remarkable gem specimens, auction highlights, and red carpet moments, The Rise of Colour celebrates the beauty, rarity, and renewed appreciation for nature’s …
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The mysterious allure of coloured stones can’t be fully explained in words. The glimmer of an emerald, the fire inside a ruby, the aquatic depth of a blue sapphire. Ancient scriptures inform us of the elite position archaic communities afforded gem cutters, because they were the keepers of a mineral secrets. The magicians who could …
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As the flow of coloured gemstones from traditional deposits has reduced to a trickle, Africa has emerged as the primary source of gemstones feeding our voracious appetite for colour. However, when we look at the price of a precious gem with an Africa tag, it continues to be ranked below better known sources such as …
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