Kunzite is a relative newcomer to the array of colored stones available for use in jewelry.

Kunzite is the light pink to violetish purple variety of the mineral spodumene.

Many people have heard of zircon but never seen it. This is mostly because of colorless zircon’s wide use as a diamond simulant in the early 1900s.

Amber formed tens of millions of years ago, when sap from ancient trees hardened and fossilized.

Zircon occurs in an array of colors. Its wide and varied palette of yellow, green, red, reddish brown, and blue hues makes it a favorite among collectors as well as informed consumers.

Amber is probably best known for its insect and other types of inclusions.

Learn about amethyst's durability and how to care for your amethyst jewelry.

Learn about amber's durability and how to care for your amber jewelry.

Learn about ruby's durability and how to care for your ruby jewelry.

Learn about sapphire's durability and how to care for your sapphire jewelry.

Learn about the factors that make iolite so desirable.

Traditionally, sapphire symbolizes nobility, truth, sincerity, and faithfulness.