13 June 2024, 08:57 AM
wtgOverlooked gemstones
Spinels.
quote:
Move over diamonds, these little-known gemstones are heating up
https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/11...placement=newsletter I love to look at gemstones, but I've never been much of a jewelry wearer. When I did wear any it was mostly rings or an occasional necklace.
The rings don't fit anymore. I had no idea gold shrinks over time.
13 June 2024, 10:15 AM
Steve Millerquote:
Due to their pyroelectric (heat-electricity) and piezoelectric (pressure-electricity) properties, tourmaline crystals can attract dust and small particles. The electric charge generated on the surface of the crystal can attract dust to the charged ends. This is similar to how static electricity can cause small particles to be attracted to charged objects.
Learned something new today!
13 June 2024, 03:48 PM
DanielLol.
I love aquamarines, red spinels, and any kind of tourmaline
The thing about semi-precious gems is that quality examples are $$ in today's market.
14 June 2024, 12:37 AM
DanielThis loose tourmaline caught my eye months ago.
Magnificent.
14 June 2024, 12:49 AM
DanielPremium color aquamarine set in platinum with diamonds.
Nice.
15 June 2024, 08:49 PM
DanielBeautiful and beautifully cut spinel for $220.
I've wanted this one for months.