Why is online jewelry a better value compared to brick and mortar stores?

It happens every time you walk into a store. “Excuse me, ma’am, are you looking for something?” Every time, you resist the urge to politely explain that if you wanted help you would have asked for it and offer a simple, “no, thank you.” Often times we forget about the additional opportunities that the Internet offers us. We have the option to enter any store at any time from the privacy of our own homes. One of the best facets of online shopping is that of online jewelry. The Internet has forever changed the way people shop for jewelry.

Online jewelry shopping lets you see pictures of the product from several different angles. Product descriptions, right down to the size, weight, karat and metallurgy are readily available, as opposed to having a salesperson spend precious time searching through a binder for these same facts. Detailed information about purchasing, shipment, and return policy are available at the click of a button. Reviews and information about every online jewelry vendor is available on each site. Customer service is paramount, and online vendors have to compete over you.

Savvy Internet customers make price comparisons on the piece of jewelry that interests them by looking up the piece on several websites. No longer do you have to drive to three different stores! Three clicks of the mouse and three online jewelry stores are at your fingertips. This is both a time and a sanity saver. Another asset of online jewelry shopping is faster delivery service. A website accurately depicts its stock and delivery time, whereas a store will only give you an estimate as to when it can have something available. People agree, however, that price is the best reason to shop online. Most online jewelry stores do not have actual brick and mortar stores, so they are able to give you the item at a large discount, usually close to wholesale price! Without numerous employees, stores to pay rent on, and security to worry about, the online vendor provides the customer with the best possible value. One such online jewelry store is Apples of Gold Jewelry. Their prices often beat their competitors’ both online and offline. Their “about us” page, says of their jewelry, “The difference is not the jewelry. The difference is the price”. These and other online jewelry stores are an excellent source in today’s age for getting the best value, quickly, efficiently, while still maintaining your high standards for quality jewelry.

It is readily apparent when making the comparison that online jewelry shopping gives the consumer a wider product selection and clear cut payment procedures. With the click of a button you can purchase low-cost, high quality merchandise and know exactly what you’re getting and from where it will arrive. When added together with the ease of shopping from home, and having all of the information at your fingertips, is it any wonder that online jewelry sales have increased greatly in the past several years?

Rolex replica watches are the hottest selling items in the market for replica watches. This parallel industry of replica watches has been on the upward move since the last few years. The demand for a luxury watch being inhibited by the price tags has moved form the original brands to the replica watches. So has the goodwill, since Rolex is one of the most sought after brands despite the price tag, it availability as a Rolex replica has spurned the demand even further.

Despite ethical considerations of wearing a replica watch, Rolex replica watches have been in great demand since the inception of the industry. A Rolex replica watch comes with a 27 jewel ETA Titonic or 34 jewel movement compared to the original that comes in 25 jewel, 27 jewel ETA or 31 jewel Valijoux movements.

Keeping aside the Rolex replica, the original Rolex was founded in 1905, by Mr. Hans Waldron, a German, in London. Christened as Wilsdorf & Davis, they manufactured pocket watches and gradually expanded to the wrist watch market by successfully adapting the large accurate movements of the pocket watches to fit the wrist watches. 1910 saw Rolex getting its chronometer rating, the first in the world from School of Horology in Switzerland. Official validation came in 1914 from London’s Kew Observatory, when they certified that a Rolex wristwatch is precise as a marine chronometer.

Wilder, who was utterly taken by the precision, went on to develop a screw crown and casebook mechanism that was another first to the watch industry. This design kept moisture and dust out and increased the reliability. This gave birth to the first water proof watch that was advertised across the world by keeping the watches immersed in aquariums in showrooms across the world to satisfy the skeptical consumer.

This increased the brand awareness of Rolex and contributed to increased sales, which even today helps the Rolex replica sales.
1928 saw the Rolex Prince and 1932 saw the Rolex rotor enabling the advent of automatic winding of watches. 1945 saw the invention of Date just, the first ever wrist watch to sport a calendar. Rolex went to Switzerland after the First World War to cut the prohibitive custom levies on some movement parts, as a step to cut costs.

Here onwards, Rolex went form strength to strength and bought in many firsts to the watch industry. The charm of owning a Rolex lies in its rich history and its commitment to excellence and quality.

Even today, Rolex manufactures the best watches in the luxury segment. The kind of time and resources that go into making a Rolex watch greatly enhance the pricing, but being a luxury brand, Rolex can afford to keep it high and out of reach of most people to keep the exclusivity and appeal in place. These aspects of price and appeal raise the demand and thus widen the Rolex replica market. Replica watches are just a substitute but they do appeal to the ego and status of a person who cannot afford an original.

This timeless appeal of a Rolex watch is often an excellent investment. It is known that Rolex watches that have been sold after 20-30 years have fetched prices double the original. A Rolex replica watch however does not have the same appeal or resale value. Replica watches serve the purpose of satisfying a human desire, and they perform admirably at a fraction of the cost.

Replica watches are available in various qualities. A Rolex replica watch, made in Switzerland is considered the best of all replica watches, since it is made with almost the same components and quality measures of the original. Rolex replica watches made in Switzerland are also the most expensive in the replica watch market.

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As a woman I always anticipate Valentine’s day, for me it evokes very strong memories. For so many, happy memories are formed this time of year, I’m no different. Four years ago, I decided to propose to my boyfriend. I’m aware that being a women, that this is slightly breaking with tradition, however I was determined to go through with it. I remember buying the ring, I was very nervous at the time, I still refer to it as my boyfriend’s Valentine’s ring.

It was a very strange experience. I had the idea a few months before. My boyfriend and I were very much in love and had been together for nearly eight years, so it felt right. I knew that we were both ready, I was just a little anxious as to how he would respond as I offered him the Valentine’s ring. Quietly, I was confident. I had dropped a number of hints in the weeks and months building up to it, I guess you’re never one hundred percent sure until the Valentine’s ring is on their finger though.

My family and friends were very supportive, I even decided to speak to my boyfriend’s parents about it. They were overjoyed and offered to help with the preparations. There was not a lot to do at that stage, however their offer and the fact they cared meant a lot to me.

Visiting the jewelry was a great experience. Effectively, I was purchasing an engagement ring. However, since I was breaking with tradition by asked a man to marry me, I wanted it to be known as a Valentine’s ring. I looked at so many, there was just so much choice. It dawned on me how difficult it must be a for a man to buy any form of jewelry for a woman.

Eventually I was able to find the perfect Valentine’s ring. It was just wonderful, it was a fabulously simple design, platinum ring. I was even able to put my own inscription on the inside of the ring, it read “May this Valentine’s ring always be with you, just as I hope to be”. It sounds a little soppy now, however at the time and still to this day, I meant every word.

We had both agreed to spend a lovely evening enjoying a meal for Valentine’s day. We booked a special restaurant that was candle lit and had soft music on in the back ground. It was just perfect. The meal was wonderful, although I can not remember what we had. All I could think about was that I was going to propose to my boyfriend. I must have checked to see that I still had the Valentine’s ring in my pocket a dozen times.

When dinner was over, my time had arrived. I looked into his eyes and smiled. He smiled back at me. I simply said to him “Will you marry me?”. His smile grew wider and he looked at the ring I was holding in front of him. “Yes” he exclaimed, “of course I will”. With that, I placed the Valentine’s ring on his finger.

We were wed the following year. Valentine’s day is so special for both of us. I wish you the same happiness this Valentine’s day.

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It seems nearly impossible to watch TV or open a newspaper without seeing something about man-made diamonds. For hundreds of years science has tried to create a perfect synthetic diamond. Finally, 21st-century technology has made that prospect a reality.

There are many reasons to purchase synthetic diamonds instead of the mined variety. The prices charged for mined diamonds are, in the very best verbiage, an illusion. To put it more bluntly, Cecil Adams, in his award-winning newspaper column “The Straight Dope” says: “Diamonds are a con, pure and simple.” Diamond prices are largely controlled by the DeBeers diamond cartel, and they are not a fair reflection of diamond scarcity. Additionally, studies show that one out of three diamonds sold in the US today has been altered to artificially increase its value. Further studies have shown that on average a couple pays 40% too much for their diamond engagement ring.

Beyond deceptive pricing, there are the issues of “blood diamonds”, forced child labor, and a myriad of other disturbing diamond facts.

Recently, socially conscious celebrities such as Gwyneth Paltrow, Minnie Driver, and Angelina Jolie have made a vocal issue of wearing only synthetic diamonds to the many gala events they attend.

Good synthetic diamonds are virtually indistinguishable from the mined variety, but without the baggage, and additionally, they cost thousands of dollars less. But, which synthetic diamond is the best choice?

There are many types of man-made or synthetic diamonds available. The choices are numerous, but unbiased information is scarce. Here is an overview and comparison of the synthetic diamonds currently unavailable on the market:

Cubic Zirconia
The grandfather of simulated diamonds, Zircons are available widely. In their best examples, CZ’s are actually a fairly decent diamond replica. Unfortunately, the commodity-like availability and vast differences in quality have made the stone synonymous with low-cost fashion jewelry. Perhaps a good choice for cheap bling, but not for fine jewelry. Many sources are available, a decent one is: http://www.czfantasy.com

Russian Diamonds
Including Russian Brilliants, Russian Stars and others, they are in fact nothing but high quality cubic zirconias. This is not mentioned prominently on their web sites and they will only cop to it when pressed, but that is the fact. Russian diamond simulates are priced around $280 per carat.

Russian Diamonds are a fine jewelry selection and are usually mounted in quality precious metal settings.

Russian Brilliants are one of the best and oldest sellers of “Russian Diamonds” available at: http://www.russianbrilliants.net

Moissanite
Moissanite is a lab-created mineral that is a very good diamond simulant. Moissanite has been on the market as a fine jewelry choice since the early 90s and has picked up quite a few fans. Moissanite is a hard mineral that, like diamond, will cut glass. There are a couple of minor downsides to moissanite however. First, it is quite expensive, (though still cheap compared to diamonds) usually priced about $500 per carat for good samples.

Secondly, moissanite does not have the same optical qualities as diamond and there are several indicators that make them easy to spot with the naked eye for an experienced practitioner. It is difficult to produce a pure white moissanite and they often appear slightly green when viewed in natural light. Also, moissanite has significantly higher radiance and brilliance factors then natural diamond, causing them to appear “too sparkly” to some. Overall though, moissanite is a beautiful synthetic diamond choice.

“Moissanite From the Sky” at http://www.fromthesky.com is a good source of fine moissanite jewelry.

Diamond Nexus
Diamond Nexus gemstones are the result of a fairly new scientific advancement in processing technique, and have only recently been available in the United States.

Diamond Nexus gemstones are excellent diamond simulants and come very close to matching the properties of mined diamonds at many different comparison points. They cut glass, being virtually identical to diamond on the Mohs (hardness) scale. They refract perfect “hearts and arrows” and have radiance and brilliance readings extremely close to flawless diamond.

Best of all, they are currently introductory priced for the U.S. market, and are a steal at $79 per caret. Diamond Nexus gemstones are only available in precious metal, solid-gold settings.

Diamond Nexus is only available from Diamond Nexus Labs at: http://www.DiamondNexusLabs.com

White Sapphire
Sapphire is the second hardest natural mineral on the Mohs scale, surpassed only by diamond. They are, unlike the others in this review, a natural stone. Their radiance and brilliance are not up to the standards of diamond however. Nevertheless, quality white sapphires priced at around $220 per carat are a good diamond alternative.

A quality source is: http://www.TheNaturalSapphireCompany.com

Gemisis Cultured Diamond
Gemisis diamonds are beautiful and almost perfect diamond replicas. Unfortunately, they are not available in a clear, white color, so they are not a good choice for traditional diamond settings. However, if a yellow, orange or pink diamond is what you crave, Gemisis offers stunning choices in beautiful precious metal, fine-jewelry settings.

Gemisis Cultured Diamonds are only available at: http://www.gemisis.com

Recap:

Synthetic diamonds offer many advantages over the mined variety. You can buy with confidence, knowing that you are getting exactly what you paid for, and have not been the victim of diamond pricing chicanery. If you are concerned with the world around you, you can have a clear conscience, knowing that your money has not contributed to the support of an unethical and abusive industry.

However, there are many choices of synthetic diamonds, with varying degrees of quality. Take a little time to review the seller’s information to get a clear idea of what the science is behind the gemstones you are buying.

For my money, I believe the best choices are quality Moissanite stones or the new diamond simulant gemstones available from Diamond Nexus Labs.

Gary La Court is a technical consultant, an expert in refractive dynamics and a frequent author. He has recently done research for several synthetic diamond manufacturers including http://www.DiamondNexusLabs.com

There are more than three hundred fifty named diamonds famous for their histories.

The Cullinan, is the largest cut diamond in the world. It was found in South Africa and was named for the owner of the mining company. The Cullinan diamond was 3106 carats, and was cut into 105 stunning diamonds. The largest was named the “Star of Africa” and is 530 carats by itself. In 1907 this diamond was given to King Edward VII of England, and set into the Royal Scepter. It is kept, along with the other Crown Jewels, safely in the Tower of London.

The Cullinan II is 317.40 carats. The color is white and is the cushion-shaped diamond in the center-front of the Imperial State Crown of Great Britain. It is also in the Tower of London with the British Crown Jewels.

The Dary-i-Nur is 186 carats, is pink and is in the Iranian Treasury. It is the largest uncut diamond in the world. Its name means “Sea of Light”.

The Dresden Green is 41 carats; it is green, and a very rare type ila diamond of extraordinary quality. It gets its name from the city of Saxony where it had been on display for 200 years. The Dresden Green is now on display at the Albertinium Museum in Dresden.

The Hope Diamond is 45.52 carats, is blue, and is in the Smithsonian Institute. According to legend, a curse was placed on the large, blue diamond after it was stolen from an idol in India. Whether you believe in curses or not, the diamond has had a fascinating past - it was owned by King Louis XIV, stolen during the French Revolution, sold to pay gambling debts, owned and worn almost daily by an American heiress, sold and worn to raise money for charity, and finally donated to the Smithsonian Museum.

The Hortensia is 20 carats, is peach colored and is in the Louvre. It is one of the crown Jewels of France, and was owned by Louis XIV. It was named after Hortense de Beauharnais, Queen of Holland, who was the daughter of the Empress Josephine, the stepdaughter of Napoleon Bonaparte and the mother of Napoleon III.

The Kohinoor is 108.93 carats, white and is located in the Tower of London. As with many of the most famous diamonds, there is a curse of death and destruction attached to it. Its name means “Mountain of Light” and legend has it that it actually comes from another diamond also rife with legend, called the “Great Mogul” which was said to have weighed 244 carats and mysteriously disappeared in 1665. The Kohinoor was owned by the first sultan of Mogul, and passed down through generations, until it was given to Queen Victoria. It was recut and now rests in the crown of Queen Elizabeth.

The Orloff is 189.62 carats. It is thought to have weighed about 300 carats when it was discovered. For a while, it was confused with the Great Mogul diamond. One of the legends of the Orloff is that it was set in the eye of a god statue in the temple of Sri Rangen, and stolen by a French soldier dressed up like a Hindu. He is said to have escaped by swimming down a raging river during a storm. It was eventually sold to Prince Gregory Orloff. In an attempt to win back her heart, he gave it to Catherine the Great, who collected lovers and precious gems with equal passion. She had the diamond mounted on top of the double eagle in the Imperial scepter. It is in the Russian Diamond Fund, Moscow.

The Spoonmaker Diamond has many legends associated with it. (It supposedly got its name when the owner–who is said to have found it sitting on top of a pile of garbage –bartered it to a spoonmaker for three wooden spoons.) More likely is that it was purchased by a Frenchman named Pikot, who bought it from the Maharajah of Madras in India. He took it to France, but was robbed. The diamond ended up at an auction, and was bid on by the notorious Casanova. It was finally bought by Napoleon’s mother, Letizia Ramolino, who later sold her jewelry to help her son escape from Elba. It was bought again by an officer of Tepedelenli, and put into the treasury. When Tepedelenli was killed during a revolt, the entire treasury went to the Palace of Turkey, and the Spoonmaker’s Diamond, now called the “Kasicki” is there.

The Taylor-Burton Diamond is a 69 carat pear-shaped white diamond that was originally called the “Cartier Diamond” after the jeweler paid $1,050,000 for it at an auction. Richard Burton purchased it the day after the auction for Elizabeth Taylor. She later renamed it the Taylor-Burton diamond. Ms. Taylor wore the diamond publicly at a party for Princess Grace’s 40th birthday party in Monaco. She sold the diamond in 1978 and used the funds to build a hospital in Botswana. The diamond was later purchased by Robert Mouawad.

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Silicon Bracelets are mostly known today as Awareness bracelets.

These bracelets were used by Lance Armstrong and today it gives millions of people to use it as a fashion and also to support their cause.

Silicon is used to make these bracelets. Larger companies make customised silicon bracelets now-a-days and they are becoming increasingly famous.

Breast cancer awareness bracelets are widely used to create awareness among young women about this dreaded cancer. Its a call to all young women to get their endometrial tests done at regular intervals and also to donate funds for this noble cause.

Silicon bracelets are becoming a fashionable fad as well. We see teenagers wearing them to prom as well. Although they are mostly fundraising bracelets their fashionable aspect is not be ignored either.

Silicon bracelets are available in multitues of colors. These are made as custom silicon bracelets. Retail shopkeepers complain that the silicon bracelets market is slowing down but the large manufacturers have picked up the newer trend of custom silicon bracelets.

Custom silicon wristbands are not a bore fundraising thing anymore they are walking billboards.

Custom silicon bracelets are here to stay. The fact that they are increasingly used by large and small companies and organisations clearly illustrates the fact that these bracelets will serve for good.

If you are a bracelet fan then we suggest you to use custom silicon bracelets which will give you a lot more varieties in color and styles.

Silicon bracelets are here to stay and their number is just going to grow from supermarkets to proms and from movies to churches all for varying causes.

Everywhere a different purpose served. Custom silicon bracelets are a way to go.

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If you are looking for a discount Gucci watch you might have an easier time finding one than you had originally thought. There is no doubt that Gucci watches are beautiful, but they are also quite expensive so a lot of consumers just cannot go out and buy them. Because they are so expensive, some people simply settle for something else, others buy great replicas of the Gucci watches, and other still wait until they find the perfect discount Gucci watch that is not only beautiful, but more easily fits into their budget. A discount Gucci watch can come quite easily if you are willing to shop around for a while and find the watch that is just right for you at a price that is just right for your budget.

Some people don’t have the option to spend several hundred to several thousand dollars on a watch, and that is understandable. Instead of settling for another watch that you think is just okay, you can always shop around for the perfect Gucci watch. This may mean that you cannot just run out and buy the perfect watch, but eventually you’ll get the watch that you’ve had your eye on. Because a Gucci watch never goes out of style, you don’t have to worry about waiting for the discount Gucci watch you have your eye on to be available. No matter when you purchase that discounted watch, it will still look fabulous and you will be able to wear it for a long, long time without risking a fashion faux pas.

One of the best places you can find a Gucci watch is at your local Gucci dealer. This may be surprising, but it happens a lot more than you might think. Take the time to visit the Gucci dealer in your area every once and again and inquire about when they will be getting new styles in. You do not have to tell the dealer why you are asking, just seem generally interested. What this information will do for you is let you know when you may be able to pick up that discount Gucci watch that you’ve been looking at. When the Gucci dealer gets new watches in, they usually rotate their stock and they want to get rid of the older items first. To get rid of the older items fast, they usually discount them. You can save up to 30% off of the original price, making your discount Gucci watch a real deal!

If you don’t have a Gucci dealer in your area that regularly offers discounts, the next best place to shop is the Internet. While you might be taking a chance on the quality and legitimacy of the watch, asking to see a picture and copy of certificate of authenticity you can lessen your chances of being scammed. The reason you should shop online is that you will find a lot of legitimate retailers that are honestly trying to decrease their stock a bit and will offer generous discounts to do so. Even after you pay shipping you can generally find a great deal on a discount Gucci watch. Not only can you take as long as you want to browse around and consider all of your options, you can get the watch you have had your eye on.

If you are into online auctions you may also find that you can get a great discount Gucci watch for far less than you’ll be able to find it from a retailer. Again, just take caution when dealing with an item that you cannot actually see before you buy it.

April’s birthstone, the diamond, is one of the most popular gemstones, and part of the reason is the ongoing belief that it passes on remarkable powers to its wearer. People believe that some stones and minerals are imbued with special powers. Certain months of the year have become associated with certain stones and minerals, hence these stones have been called “birthstones,” and you don’t have to have been born under the month of that stone to enjoy its benefits.

Everyone treasures the diamond. There is a reason it is prized as the stone in special items of jewelry, such as engagement rings. This same reason is why we call the 75th anniversary of anything the “diamond anniversary.” April’s birthstone symbolizes longevity and reliability. Ever heard the phrase “a diamond is forever”? It comes from the fact that a properly preserved diamond never loses its luster.

April’s birthstone also represents strength. It is said to be the “ultimate gemstone” because it is the hardest mineral in existence, even tougher than the sapphire or the ruby. It is, however, not invincible. The diamond has four “directions of cleavage,” or places where it chips or splits. Expert gemcutters know exactly which directions these are, and are able to avoid them in order to create perfectly shaped gems.

Another trait the diamond proudly flaunts is clarity. The purest diamond is so transparent and colorless that no other stone or mineral in the world can compare. Whenever light strikes a diamond, the particles of light are so evenly dispersed that it seems a bright “flame” burns inside the stone. Clarity of thought and purity of heart is what this trait represents.

Because the diamond is so clear, it goes well with any metal. People who choose platinum, titanium, gold or silver metal bases for jewelry need not fear that their diamond-enhanced apparel will not look good. The diamond is the ultimate expression of class. A single tiny diamond, as long as it is properly cut and with sufficient carat weight, is enough to lend sophistication to any accessory or attire.

This is why jewelry enhanced with the presence of April’s birthstone are so highly cherished - apart from the fact that is one of the most expensive gemstones in the market. It speaks of a preference for honesty, integrity and fidelity. A person who gives the precious gift of diamond jewelry says she or he thinks very highly of the receiver of the gift, as he or she is able to appreciate these fine qualities in a person. On the other hand a person who wears diamond jewelry says to the world that he or she has a perfect eye for quality and desires to be surrounded only with the very best.

Sam Serio is an Internet Marketer, musician, and writer on the subject of jewelry and gemstones. For more information on jewelry and gemstones, we cordially invite you to visit http://www.morninglightjewelry.com to pick up your FREE copy of “How To Buy Jewelry And Gemstones Without Being Ripped Off.” This concise, informative special report reveals almost everything you ever wanted to know about jewelry and gemstones, but were afraid to ask. Get your FREE report at http://www.morninglightjewelry.com Also includes informative articles, comparison shopping, rare book excerpts, & link directory.

Choosing the right place to buy a Diamond Ring is as tough as choosing the ring itself. Because of the liberalized and open market, lots of brands and lots of jewelers have flooded the market and that finally ends up in a confusion of where to buy.

Because the marketplace is flooded equally with fake diamonds and low quality diamonds, it?s not easy for an untrained eye to know the difference between a high-quality and a low-quality one. The definite advantage of buying a diamond ring from a well-known place is that you don?t have to worry about fake or low quality rings and you can concentrate only on choosing what you like and what your favorite style is.

Companies like CMR Diamonds Inc. in Belgium are world famous. It is based in Antwerp, Belgium, which is called the International Diamond Trading Capital. When buying diamonds, we should always look for GIA certification for authenticity. The Gemological Institute of America provides certification for good diamonds and it?s accepted worldwide.

Another institute providing certification is the IGI; International Gemological Institute. So, diamonds with these certifications are always considered authentic and original.

Online retail jewelers have become increasingly popular and people prefer online buying as it?s hassle free, easy to access and reachable from any corner of the world. They provide you an impeccable collection of their jewelry range and it?s being showcased in their sites and you can even bid for them. So purchasing through online retailers is equally as safe as direct purchasing, as the online retailers provide you with certified diamonds.

Below we have wittled down our most highly recommended diamond merchants and provided you with links direct to their sites. We hope this site has been informative and helpful to you in aiding you in your selection of the perfect diamond engagement ring.

Robert is a Freelance Writer For EngagementRingz.com. They Specialize In All Kinds of engagement ring. No Matter What Kind Of Ring You Are Looking For Whether It Be A diamond engagement ring, Or A Stunning Platinum Engagement Ring You Can Find More Information Here.

Nitestone is a term given to Montana Sapphires because of their sparkle and slight color change achieved under evening light. Precision diamond cutting achieves a brightness that exceeds other sapphires and makes them sparkle like diamonds. Montana stones have tremendous light refraction.

Montana sapphires are truly some of the finest quality sapphires in the world. They come in a variety of colors. They are COMPLETELY NATURAL gemstones.

Sapphire was first discovered in Montana in the late 1800’s by gold miners working the gravels of Missouri River near Helena. The gold prospectors discovered the Gem Mountain sapphire deposit in 1892. Since that time, this mine has produced 180 million carats of sapphire.

When modern heat treatment processes were introduced, Montana sapphire production went through the roof.

Unfortunately, the sapphires from this location (Gem Mountain) are usually quite small. However, the color and clarity of these gems make up for it. They come in red, orange, yellow, green, pink and blue. They also come in a combination of these colors and because of their color changes under evening lighting they are extremely unique.

Most of the gem grade sapphire in the market place is heat-treated. When Montana sapphire is properly heat treated, they explode with color. Diamond cutting brings out a brilliance under various lighting conditions that is unique to these gemstones. It is very difficult to find Montana sapphires that are gem quality without being heat-treated.

There are four basic Montana sapphire regions but Rock Creek is known for its distinctly sharp colors. The colors range from cornflower blue to red/orange to mint green. Spokane Bar and Eldorado Bar are other sapphire regions and located on either side of Houser Lake.

Please visit www.gemsofcoloronline.com to view some of these incredibly beautiful and unique sapphires.

We have been in the colored gemstone business for over twenty-five years. We purchase rough gemstone material from the source and cut our own stones. This eliminates the middlemen, which allows for tremendous savings that we pass on to our customers. All of our Montana gemstones are diamond cut to exacting standards achieving maximum brilliance and clarity. Diamond cutting achieves a brightness that exceeds other native cuts.

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