Sapphires are among the most precious gems, yet they consist solely of chemically 'contaminated' aluminum oxide, or corundum. It is widely assumed that these crystals with their characteristically ...

In the mid-19th century, the cry heard across the American West was “There’s gold in them thar hills!” In the great Treasure State of Montana, little did the prospectors know that they should have ...

The British royal family is known for its trove of historic jewels, from ruby sets believed to guard against misfortune to emeralds won in a 19th century raffle. Among the crowns, parures, and ...

Sri Lanka is famous for its stunning blue sapphires — but do you know how these precious gems actually make their way from deep within the earth to dazzling jewelry? Join me as we uncover the ...

New research from UBC mineralogists could make it easier to find high-quality Canadian sapphires, the same sparkling blue gems that adorn Queen Elizabeth II's Sapphire Jubilee Snowflake Brooch. The so ...

New research could make it easier to find high-quality Canadian sapphires, the same sparkling blue gems that adorn Queen Elizabeth II's Sapphire Jubilee Snowflake Brooch. New research from UBC ...

The precious gem is getting a lot of attention these days, especially the pink-orange version called padparadscha. By Melanie Abrams When Princess Eugenie of Britain unveiled her pink-orange ...

You're currently following this author! Want to unfollow? Unsubscribe via the link in your email. Although diamond rings are the standard ring for proposals in the US, more and more couples have been ...