Since ancient times, the 12 gemstones that we attach to our modern calendar year have been worshipped as objects of great power. The early Persians believed the sapphire was a chip from the pedestal ...

This gem belongs to the corundum family. Corundum is inherently colorless, according to the International Gem Society. So, each stone's elemental structure – such as the presence (or lack) of iron, ...

As with most things in fashion, the ideal gemstone is a fairly relative concept. Preferences in color, size and silhouette are subjective, discrediting the notion of one jewel standing above all. Also ...

The poet who claimed that April is the cruelest month got it wrong. It’s really January, that long cold stretch when holiday fun is over and the gray days last an eternity. Or maybe it just seems so ...

The diamond is the birthstone for April. Need a news break? Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and more! While this gemstone is well-known for its colorless or white variety, there are ...

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- Most people know their birthstones, but many don't know that the concept has a variety of origins. According to the International Gem Society, birthstones had their ...

My birthday month is January, so I think there is no better time to highlight those items that make great birthday gifts - jewels and gemstones. When you shop for someone who's really special in your ...