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Red, White & Blue Jewelry to Celebrate America

Jewelry has long been a form of personal expression and even a symbol of patriotism. And what could be more patriotic than the timeless trio of red, white, and blue? Let’s explore a variety of red, white, and blue jewelry pieces—all designed by American Gem Society members—that sparkle with an array of gemstones in America’s colors. (You’ll also learn what gives them their red, white, and blue hues.) Rubies The first gemstone we want to highlight in red, white, and blue jewelry is the ruby. Radiating a deep, passionate red, rubies are the embodiment of love and vitality. Their rich

September is for Sapphires

As we turn our calendars to September, we start thinking of things like heading back to school, indulging in a pumpkin spice latte, and planning our fall fashions. For those celebrating a birthday in September, they’re thinking of their birthstone: the sapphire! Although sapphire typically refers to the rich blue gemstone variety of the mineral corundum, this royal gem actually occurs in a rainbow of hues. Sapphires come in every color except red, which would then be classified as ruby. Trace elements like iron, titanium, chromium, copper and magnesium give naturally colorless corundum a tint of blue, yellow, purple, orange

Celebrating September with Sparkling Sapphire

We’re getting a jump-start on September! September’s birthstone is the sapphire, a beautiful gemstone that has been popular since the Middle Ages. According to folklore, sapphires bring wearers good fortune, spiritual insight and provide them with protection from envy and harm. Blue sapphires range from very light to very dark greenish or violet-blue, as well as various shades of pure blue. The most prized colors are a medium to medium dark blue or slightly violet-blue. Sapphire is a variety of the gem species, corundum, and occurs in all colors of the rainbow. Pink, purple, green, orange, or yellow corundum are known

September Sapphires Fuel Our Fire

By Kevin P. McVay September’s birthstone is the sapphire, a beautiful gemstone that has been popular since the Middle Ages. According to folklore, sapphires bring wearers good fortune, spiritual insight and provide them with protection from envy and harm. As one of the more well-known gemstones in the world, sapphires are commonly worn in jewelry. Though blue is the most common shade, sapphires can come in a variety of colors including yellow, green and even pink. Sapphires are one of our personal favorite gems here at the American Gem Society. They’re versatile and can be worn with just about anything, but

Yellow and White Gold Collide in This Spectacular New Collection

By Kevin P. McVay American Gem Society members have shared some truly spectacular jewelry collections with us over the last few months. Last week, we received a sneak-peak of a new collection by Jye International, Inc., the 2013 winner of the JCK Jewelers’ Choice Awards. Their new collection features stylish yellow and white gold pieces decorated with brilliant diamonds and stunning gemstones. Some of the most notable pieces include a 18k yellow gold bangle with 0.4ct of premium round diamonds, an exotic bird inspired brooch decorated with 3.07ct of multicolor sapphires and 1.24ct of diamonds and fashionable citrine stone earrings set in

Fall Trends 2025

By Pinchas Gniwisch, President at Delmar Jewelers When it comes to fall jewelry trends, what happens on the runway only goes so far. By examining designer forecasts, we can identify which styles are truly resonating. Pearls – Classic or Edgy Pearls continue their reign this fall, and it’s no surprise why. This timeless trend has captivated both women and men—thank you, Harry Styles—and shows no signs of slowing as we enter the cooler months. On the runway, Marie Claire reported that pearls are exaggerated in size, but real-world demand is rising for larger strands featuring 9- to 10-millimeter pearls over

Spinel: The Coolest Gem You’ve (Probably) Never Heard Of

By Isabelle Corvin, CG, Staff Gemologist at Panowicz Jewelers Spinel is an oxide mineral that crystallizes in the cubic structure and has quite the mixed-up history. As of 2016, it is also the newest birthstone to be added to the birthstone list! August babies now have a choice between vivid peridot and alluring spinel. The word “spinel” comes from the Latin word Spinella, which means “little thorn” or “arrow-shaped.” Spinel gems come in a wide range of colors and saturations, though perhaps the most famous (and mistakenly infamous) is the red variety. In ancient cultures, red spinel was always grouped together

Bewitching Gems for a Spooky Season

By Robin Skibicki, CSA October is a month of mystery, magic, and transformation—the perfect time to explore gemstones with an otherworldly allure. Let’s take a look at these hauntingly beautiful choices. Opal: October’s Birthstone Opals are known for their spellbinding play-of-color—a shimmering display that seems to dance across the gem’s surface. Ancient legends claimed opals contained lightning captured in stone, while others believed they brought good fortune or mystical powers. From milky white to fiery orange, opals are a perfect birthstone for the spooky season, catching the light in a way that feels almost magical. October has a second birthstone:

Shimmer and Shine: Adularescence and Labradorescence

By Isabelle Corvin, CG, Panowicz Jewelers Adularescence and labradorescence are phenomenal lighting effects that add a unique and ethereal charm to certain gemstones. Another term for these effects is the “Schiller effect,” and at its core, adularescence and labradorescence are a scattering of light. Adularescence and labradorescence are most commonly observed in feldspar. The feldspar group is a vast collection of minerals, one of the most common found in Earth’s crust, and includes gemstones like moonstone, labradorite, andesine, amazonite, sunstone, and many more. When feldspar minerals grow, the layers—the building blocks—alternate between different types of feldspar, creating microscopic gaps. When

Four Standout Styles from AGS Members You’ll Love Right Now

Fine jewelry tells a story—and the latest pieces from American Gem Society (AGS) members are doing just that, with creativity, craftsmanship, and character. Whether you’re looking for something meaningful, modern, or bold, these four designs capture what makes AGS jewelers exceptional: integrity, quality, and artistry. Click each image below to get a closer look at the beautiful details. Facets of Fire – Five-Stone Diamond RingThis timeless five-stone diamond ring by Facets of Fire delivers classic elegance with a modern twist. Each diamond creates bursts of fire. Ideal for anniversaries or milestone celebrations, this ring is a radiant symbol of love

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