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Nov-11 , 2026

Gemstone Treatments Explained: What Jewelers Won't Tell You

Are treated gemstones a bad investment or just a smart buy? I spent weeks in Bangkok's gem labs learning how heating, oiling, and diffusion actually work. Here's the unfiltered truth about gemstone treatments explained through real market experience.

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Oct-29 , 2026

How to Identify Gemstones: A Field Guide from a 10-Year Pro

Worried those sparkly stones are just glass? Learn how to identify gemstones with field-tested tips, tools, and the subtle tricks gemologists use to spot fakes.

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Oct-23 , 2026

Gemstone Fluorescence: What UV Light Really Reveals

Ever wondered why your ruby glows under UV but your sapphire stays dark? Here's what gemstone fluorescence actually tells you—and when it's a red flag versus a non-issue—straight from a gemologist's bench.

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Oct-17 , 2026

Gemstone Cut Types: What Actually Changes the Price

Trying to pick a gemstone cut type? I break down the real differences in brilliance, durability, and price, plus the cutting flaw most buyers miss on the table.

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Sep-27 , 2026

Birthstone List: Real Gems or a Marketing Myth?

Wondering if that birthstone list you found online is actually accurate? I spent years sourcing gems and have seen the confusion firsthand. This guide breaks down the real traditional vs. modern birthstone charts, reveals which stones are surprisingly fragile, and helps you avoid the costly mistakes most buyers make.

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Sep-21 , 2026

Types of Gemstones: A Practical Guide to 20+ Varieties

Wondering which types of gemstones are worth your money and which are misidentified fakes? I spent six years handling stones at trade shows and estate sales—here's what actually matters, from hardness tests to spotting dyed quartz before you buy.