We have been wearing turquoise gemstones for at least five thousand years, in necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings and brooches. And that’s not all. This exquisite blue stone has been used in sculpture, masks, weapons, and even on roofs. Here we provide you with just a little of fascinating story of this wonderful gem. Turquoise’s fascinating
You have a Moonstone pendant, some Moonstone earrings or a Moonstone ring. But do you know about this fascinating gem, once believed to be solid moonlight. Moonstone’s composition Moonstone is composed of two intermingled types of feldspar: orthoclase and albite. During formation, as the newly-formed mineral cools, the intergrowth of orthoclase and albite separates into
We’d like to tell you some things you might not have known about your pearls, whether you wear them as a pearl necklace, as pearl earrings, as a pearl bracelet, or even in a pearl ring. The pearls of Venus There’s a legend about how pearls first appeared. It’s been said that the first pearls
Here in Australia, it’s spring at last, after our coldest winter for years. So to get you in the mood we’re bringing you Pantone’s Spring 2015 Colour Trend Report. Who is Pantone? Pantone has been one the world’s best known providers of professional colour standards for the design industries for over 50 years. How are
Amethyst is the most highly valued form of quartz. Its distinctive colour, ranging from pale lavender to deep, rich violet, and its delicate crystal structure make it extremely popular. Throughout history, it’s been mentioned in the myths, legends and beliefs of many diverse cultures. Its name is taken from the Greek word amethystos, meaning “not intoxicated”,
