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This part of my site is all about coloured gemstones such as Rubies, Sapphires and Emeralds and many more of these amazing stones.

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Sapphire Gemstone Guide – Price, Quality Factors & More!

ByPaul Haywood FGA DGA December 6, 2025

If you clicked on this post, then I’m guessing you want to learn more about Sapphires? Awesome, you have come to the right place as my Sapphire Gem Guide takes…

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Amethyst Gemstone Guide – Price, Quality Factors & More!
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Amethyst Gemstone Guide – Price, Quality Factors & More!

ByPaul Haywood FGA DGA November 2, 2025

Amethyst is the most well-known and desirable Quartz variety, it is not surprising that it is a very popular gemstone due to its low price, beautiful colour and significance both…

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Different Quartz Varieties
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The Different Quartz Varieties & Treatments

ByPaul Haywood FGA DGA June 16, 2025

Quartz is one of the most important gemstone families, not only because it is the second most abundant material on earth (behind feldspar) but also because it comes in so…

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Three emeralds on slate
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Emerald Gemstone Guide – Price, Quality Factors & More!

ByPaul Haywood FGA DGA December 6, 2025

If you are reading this, then I’m guessing you want to learn more about Emeralds? Awesome, you have come to the right place as in this guide, I go through…

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How to Buy a Ruby
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Ruby Gemstone Guide – Price, Quality Factors & More!

ByPaul Haywood FGA DGA December 6, 2025

If you are reading this, then I’m guessing you want to learn more about Rubies? Awesome, you have come to the right place as in this guide, I go through…

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Gemstones Rarer Than Diamond
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12 Gemstones Rarer Than Diamond (That You Can Buy & Wear!)

ByPaul Haywood FGA DGA May 23, 2024

When it comes to rarity among gemstones, Diamond is the standard by which all other stones are compared and in this post, I’ll be looking at some gemstones that are…

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The Best (& Worst) Gemstones for Engagement Rings
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The Best (& Worst) Gemstones for Engagement Rings

ByPaul Haywood FGA DGA December 6, 2025

Choosing the right gemstone for an engagement ring can be a difficult decision as there are so many potential options but unfortunately, not all of them are a good option….

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Beginner's Guide to Gemstones
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A Beginner’s Guide to Gemstones For Gem Lovers

ByPaul Haywood FGA DGA December 6, 2025

Welcome to the awesome world of gemstones! Whether you’re a new gem collector, a budding gemmologist or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of these precious stones, learning about the…

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Precious vs Semi-Precious Gemstones – What is the Difference?
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Precious vs Semi-Precious Gemstones – What is the Difference?

ByPaul Haywood FGA DGA February 19, 2024

If you have ever looked at buying a coloured gemstone, you will have probably come across the terms ‘precious’ and ‘semi-precious’ when it comes to gemstones and you might not…

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