Category: Gemstone Rings
Why focus on the May birthstone on the last day of the month? Because the emerald is an excellent gemstone for summer! Its vivid color perfect captures the life-filled feeling of the coming season, making emerald jewelry a fabulous pick this time of year. The very word “emerald” is synonymous with a saturated, vivid green, […]
Tanzanite is the blue/purple variety of the beautiful mineral that is commonly known as zoisite. It was first discovered and recorded in the Mererani Hills of Manyara Region in Northern Tanzania in 1967, near Mount Kilimanjaro. Tanzanite minerals are commonly used as a gemstone for fine luxury jewelry rings and necklaces. Most Tanzanite is man-made and naturally-formed Tanzanite is extremely rare, but some deposits […]
White topaz jewelry has proven itself a worthy diamond alternative because of it’s colorless sparkle which closely resembles a white diamond, except for its varying facets and cuts. Topaz gemstones are naturally colorless, but due to various impurities come in various shades of white, pale green, blue, pink, gold, or translucent. Online jeweler, Apples of Gold, […]
Sapphire Gemstone Sapphire gets its name from the Greek word meaning ‘blue stone’. Trace amounts of other elements can be found in most sapphires and include materials such as iron, titanium, chromium, copper, or magnesium. These different elements impact the color of the gemstone and as such there can be sapphires that are blue, yellow, purple, orange, or […]
All About Ruby A ruby, one of the most common gemstones, is a pink to blood-red colored stone which comes in a number of sizes and vibrancy. The red color is caused mainly by the presence of the element chromium. Ruby gets its name from the word ruber, which is Latin for red. The ruby is considered one of the four precious stones, […]
Color and Sizes Topaz exists in a number of colors and sizes, and they are commonly found in small shards and stones to large blocks. One such legendary gemstone is known as The Topaz of Aurangzeb, which was thought to have been over 157 carats. The American Golden Topaz broke all records with a staggering weight of almost 23,000 carats! Other Topaz […]
Peridot Gemstone The origin of this stunning gemstone’s name, peridot, is uncertain. The Oxford English Dictionary makes mention of an Anglo–Norman word for a kind of opal, and some also point to the Arabic meaning “gem”. Peridot is a stunning stone and it also very unique in that it is one of only a select few gemstones that occur in only one color- […]
Pearl Gemstones A pearl is a unique stone that is produced within the soft tissue of a living shelled mollusk. Pearls are comprised of calcium carbonate – the same thing the mollusk shells are made of. The ideal pearl is perfectly round and smooth with an even light color. Pearls have long been valued as a great gemstone and are a […]
Opal Gemstones Precious opal shows a variable interplay of internal colors and even though it is a mineraloid, it has an internal structure. At the molecular level, precious opal is composed tiny spheres that form a cubic close-packed lattice formation. These spheres and the way they are positioned and laid out is what helps produce the […]
Blue topaz , the state of Texas’ official gemstone, is the name given to several different shades of topaz gemstone that can vary from pale blue to a deep midnight blue. Naturally occurring blue topaz is quite rare as it is usually a colorless stone or a pale grey or brown in color. London Blue Topaz […]
A Guide to Choosing Christian Wedding Bands for Your Sacred Union
When two hearts decide to unite under the auspices of faith, the symbols that represent their union carry profound significance. Christian wedding bands are not merely ornamental; they are emblematic of a couple’s commitment to each other and to their shared faith. This guide explores how to select Christian wedding bands that resonate with the […]
3/4 Carat Diamond Rings: Balancing Splendor and Affordability
yIn the quest for the perfect symbol of love, many find themselves at the crossroads of desire and budget. This is where 3/4 carat diamond rings shine as the ideal choice for those seeking a harmonious balance between splendor and affordability. With their exquisite beauty and more accessible price point compared to their 1 carat […]
Why Apples of Gold Jewelry Has the Best Gold Cross Pendants
In our personal and professional opinion, Apples of Gold Jewelry has the best gold cross pendants on the jewelry market. Here’s why: Unmatched Craftsmanship in Every Gold Cross Pendant Unlike many of the typically designed and mass-produced gold crosses in the jewelry industry, each Apples of Gold cross pendant is individually crafted in the USA, […]
The History Behind Men’s Gold Crucifix Necklaces
Embarking on a quest through time, we uncover the saga of the men’s gold crucifix necklace, not as objects hanging idly around necks, but as storied artifacts that have navigated the tumultuous seas of human history. This tale weaves through the corridors of ancient faiths, battles for identity, and the silent whispers of artisans whose […]
Righteous Jewelry: Diamond Cross Pendants for Men
In the journey of faith, symbols hold profound significance, echoing the deep-seated beliefs and virtues that guide one’s path. Among these, the cross stands out, not just as a symbol of sacrifice and redemption but as a beacon of righteousness and divine love. “Righteous Jewelry: Diamond Cross Pendants for Men” delves into the exquisite realm […]
