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Gemstone Guides - Gem Profiles & Comparisons
Gemstone Profiles
Alexandrite
Amethyst
Ametrine
Aquamarine
Citrine
Clear Quartz
Diopside
Emerald
Garnet
Heliodor
Iolite
Kunzite
Moonstone
Opal
Peridot
Rose Quartz
Ruby
Sapphire
Smoky Quartz
Spinel
Tanzanite
Topaz
Tourmaline
Zircon
Gemstone Comparisons
Amethyst vs Purple Sapphire
Emerald vs. Peridot
Ruby vs Pink Sapphire
Sapphire vs. Spinel
Tanzanite vs Iolite
Topaz vs Aquamarine
Topaz vs Citrine
Topaz vs Clear Quartz
Gemstone Mythology & Legends
Stories involving many different types of gems
Bread of Osiris
Egyptian Book of The Dead
Eye Of Horus
Kalpavriksha The Wishing Tree
Navaratna
Stories involving a single type of gems
Alexandrite
Amethyst
-Amethysts 'Greek' Myth
Ametrine
Aquamarine
Citrine
Clear Quartz
Diopside
Emerald
-The Emerald Tablet
-Emerald Tears of Isis
-Emeralds & the Goddess Bachue
-Lucifer's Emerald & the Holy Grail
Garnet
Heliodor
Iolite
Kunzite
Moonstone
Opal
Peridot
-Pele's Tears
Rose Quartz
Ruby
Sapphire
Smoky Quartz
Spinel
Tanzanite
Topaz
Tourmaline
Zircon
True Life Gemstone Stories
Jewellers Corner - General Interest & Gem Lists
General Interest
Sustainable jewellery making
Using Gemstone Knowledge for Marketing Jewellery
Trend Reports
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Christmas 2025
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Summer 2025
Spring 2025
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Welcome to the All Things Gemstones Blog
Gemstone Identification Tests: How I Identify G...
Identifying a gemstone is a process of elimination. Gemologists gather visual clues and use them to eliminate stone types until only one remains, the identity of the gem. Within this...
Gemstone Identification Tests: How I Identify G...
Identifying a gemstone is a process of elimination. Gemologists gather visual clues and use them to eliminate stone types until only one remains, the identity of the gem. Within this...
Colour Psychology of Dark Blue Gemstones: Wisdo...
As with a few other colours, I’ve separated out light and dark blue due to the distinct emotional landscapes they evoke. While light blue is airy and gentle, dark blue...
Colour Psychology of Dark Blue Gemstones: Wisdo...
As with a few other colours, I’ve separated out light and dark blue due to the distinct emotional landscapes they evoke. While light blue is airy and gentle, dark blue...
Diopside Myths and Legends: The Quiet Green Gem...
Diopside glows with the richness of a forest in sunlight, vivid, green, and full of quiet life. You would think its colour alone would have inspired countless tales though history....
Diopside Myths and Legends: The Quiet Green Gem...
Diopside glows with the richness of a forest in sunlight, vivid, green, and full of quiet life. You would think its colour alone would have inspired countless tales though history....
10 Interesting Facts About Diopside
While it may not yet be a household name, diopside is quietly carving out a space in the world of coloured gemstones. With its striking green hues, rare optical effects,...
10 Interesting Facts About Diopside
While it may not yet be a household name, diopside is quietly carving out a space in the world of coloured gemstones. With its striking green hues, rare optical effects,...
Diopside Crystal Meaning: Gentle Strength and E...
Diopside is a striking green crystal often associated with the natural world and its grounding energies. Its vibrant colour reflects its close connection to the Earth, making it a favourite...
Diopside Crystal Meaning: Gentle Strength and E...
Diopside is a striking green crystal often associated with the natural world and its grounding energies. Its vibrant colour reflects its close connection to the Earth, making it a favourite...
A Jeweller’s Guide to Diopside: Earthy Green El...
Diopside is most often found as a green gemstone. It's best known in its deep green chrome variety, that brings forest tones to life with an organic depth that suits...
A Jeweller’s Guide to Diopside: Earthy Green El...
Diopside is most often found as a green gemstone. It's best known in its deep green chrome variety, that brings forest tones to life with an organic depth that suits...