by Michael Pope | Nov 8, 2017 | Birthstone, Engagement Rings, Topaz
Through much of history, all yellow gems were considered topaz and all topaz was thought to be yellow. Topaz is actually available in many colors, and it’s likely not even related to the stones that first donned its name. The name topaz derives from Topazios, the... by Michael Pope | Oct 20, 2017 | Birthstone, Diamond Jewelry, Onyx Jewelry, Opals
Fire Opal Jewelry & Black Onyx Jewelry are not spooky on Halloween! Fire opal is a transparent to translucent opal, with warm body colors of yellow to orange to red. Although it does not usually show any play of color, occasionally a stone will exhibit... by Michael Pope | Oct 10, 2017 | Birthstone, Engagement Rings, Opals
OCTOBER BIRTHSTONES Individuals born in October get to choose between two birthstones—tourmaline and opal. Each gem then unveils nearly limitless possibilities, as each one comes in a rainbow of shades and color combinations. In fact, both of October’s birthstones... by Michael Pope | Aug 24, 2017 | Birthstone, Diamonds, Sapphires
Traditionally, sapphire symbolizes nobility, truth, sincerity, and faithfulness. It has decorated the robes of royalty and clergy members for centuries. Its extraordinary color is the standard against which other blue gems—from topaz to tanzanite—are measured. For... by Michael Pope | Aug 3, 2017 | Birthstone, Engagement Rings, Gold Jewelry, Peridot, Uncategorized
Peridot – Healing stress in relationships, lessening anger and jealousy, and slowing aging, the Peridot promotes abundance and prosperity. PERIDOT OVERVIEW Though peridot is widely recognized by its brilliant lime green glow, the origin of this gem’s name is... by Michael Pope | Jul 20, 2017 | Birthstone, Engagement Rings, Ruby, Uncategorized
Red is the color of our most intense emotions—love and anger, passion and fury. It’s associated with objects of power and desire—like fast cars and red roses. Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their...