Kunzite Buying Guide
Rare and fragile, kunzite challenges lapidaries and delights jewelry aficionados. Our kunzite buying guide can help you add this gem to your collection.
1 Minute Read
Related Articles
Spodumene Value, Price, and Jewelry Information
Extraordinarily difficult to cut, spodumene has several colorful varieties, such as hiddenite and kunzite, highly coveted for jewelry.
Read More
Buying Gemstones in Afghanistan: A Beginner’s Guide
Considering buying gems in Afghanistan? Learn which Afghan gemstones to seek out, which to avoid, and prepare for a “buyer...
Read More
What is Gemstone Cleavage?
Gemstone cleavage is a break in a crystal along internal planes. Learn the science behind this and the difference between...
Read More
Quahog Pearl Buying Guide
Your next plate of steamed clams might hold a rare quahog pearl. Learn how to judge the quality of these...
Read More
Latest Articles
Morganite Buying Guide
Complete morganite buying guide covering the 4 Cs, treatments, and pricing. Learn how to choose the perfect pink beryl gemstone...
Read More
How Do Amethysts Form?
Discover the fascinating geological journey that transforms colorless quartz into vibrant purple amethyst through volcanic processes, iron impurities, and natural...
Read More
Rhodizite Value, Price, and Jewelry Information
Rhodizite is tough enough to make an excellent jewelry stone. However, it's quite a rare mineral. Faceted specimens are extremely...
Read More
Pearl Treatments and Enhancements
Did you know that routine pearl treatments are the most common enhancements in the gem trade? Learn more about these...
Read More
Never Stop Learning
When you join the IGS community, you get trusted diamond & gemstone information when you need it.
Get Gemology Insights
Get started with the International Gem Society’s free guide to gemstone identification. Join our weekly newsletter & get a free copy of the Gem ID Checklist!