June has several symbols that identify those born the summer month. Alexandrite comes from a rare mineral that changes color depending on the light. Alexandrite can appear green or blue in daylight or ...

Jewels, birthstones, gemstones—so many names for the glitzy, glamorous stones so many of us love to wear each and every day. This got us thinking: Is there a difference between jewels and gems? To ...

Gemstone-encrusted jewelry has always held a special place in human history. From royal crowns to everyday rings and pendants ...

For shoppers building gift guides or planning holiday segments, Gems’ report offers deep insight into what consumers value ...

Anyone trying to match paint knows that creating exactly the right color can be a very tricky process. Now imagine trying to match the color of the world’s most famous diamond for a replica slated for ...

Based on national live shopping data and consumer insights, Gems has released the official Top 12 Gemstones for Holiday Jewelry--a list that reflects what shoppers are choosing most as meaningful ...

Select an option below to continue reading this premium story. Already a Honolulu Star-Advertiser subscriber? Log in now to continue reading. The composition of the pure mineral determines color of ...

“We rarely do any white diamonds. Colors are our forte. We define the gems, metals and diamonds we use through a color prism,” says Le Vian CEO Eddie LeVian. Rare indeed is the discovery of a new ...