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AmethystThere is something special about the colour purple. It is attractive, bold, and warm at the same time. These are the exact qualities that set amethysts apart from other gemstones in the world of jewellery. Whether you are buying a pair of earrings, bangles, or rings studded with these purple..

AquamarineHave you ever looked at the deep blue sea and wondered how beautiful it is? Has the colour of deep waters ever enchanted you? Here’s good news for you. You can wear the refreshing blue colour of the shimmering sea in the form of finely crafted jewellery. All you need is a gemstone called a..

GarnetIf you associate January with colours like grey and white, it won’t be a surprise. After all, the first month of the year leaves many parts of the world covered under a blanket of snow and slush. But a gemstone enthusiast often links January to a rich spectrum of colours, thanks to January’s b..

TopazWhen it comes to certain gemstones, it isn’t the size or the cut that matters, but their colour. Topaz is a fine case in point. It may not be a precious gemstone but its colours can make even the fussiest buyer fall head over heels for it. That’s probably how this semi-precious gem has rightful..

TourmalineRubies bring the colour red to mind while emeralds make one think of green. However, there is one such stone that is available in all the colours of a rainbow. Yes, we are talking about tourmalines. The colour of these stones ranges from bright yellow and warm orange to cool blue and deep ..

It is said that pearls are gems fit for a queen and rightly so. Their elegant lustre makes these gemstones an eternal classic favoured by women of all ages. For centuries now, they are said to reflect a person’s wealth and social status. Here is everything you should know about pearls – their histor..

What do Kate Middleton, Aishwarya Rai, Amitabh Bachchan, and A.R Rahman have in common, besides their celebrity doom? Don’t go too far or wide to find the answer. They all have a sapphire ring. Middleton’s ring which once belonged to her late mother-in-law Princess Diana is an iconic piece in the hi..

For every jewellery lover, R is for Ruby, and why not! They are one of the most valued and sought-after gemstones in the world of jewellery. In Sanskrit, it is known as the Ratnaraj or the King of Gems – a fitting name for a gem that rules the world of gemstones with its lustre, colour, and allure. ..

Do you think diamonds are the most expensive gemstones in the world? Surprise, surprise! They aren’t! In fact, there is another stone which, in its naturally occurring form, can be twice as expensive as a diamond of the same size and weight. And that gemstone is emerald. This green beauty has captur..