Thursday, February 25, 2010
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Crystals, Crystal Collecting, Gem Crystals, Crystals for Sale
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Visit us at https://www.sellmygems.com/v/cutgems/cutgems.html to view precious and semi-precious stones!
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Precious stones exhibition (Peshawar)
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A video taken at the exhibition of precious stones at Peshawar!
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High End Gemstones / Minerals / Fossils / Collectibles ON SALE!!!
We have excellent collection of various High End Gemstones, Minerals, Fossils, Collectibles ON SALE!!! The location to go is : https://www.sellmygems.com/v/on_sale.html
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How to Make Jewels, Gems, Crystals, and Pendants
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Great video showing how to make Jewels and Pendants!
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Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Interesting facts about Tourmaline
Tourmaline is a beautiful and valuable gem that catches the eye of all those that behold it. Tourmaline is classified as a semi -precious stone and comes in all the colors of the rainbow. The name comes from Sinhalese (Sri Lankan) word "turamali" which means mixed colors and refers to the many colors of Tourmaline and was applied to the gems found in Sri Lanka.
Tourmaline’s popularity in jewelry stems from the wide range of colors. The uniqueness of bi-colored stones, called watermelon tourmaline makes it very attractive. The most common color of tourmaline found in jewelry is green, where it is used as a less expensive alternative to emerald.
Tourmaline is sometimes found with chatoyancy, which is a changeable luster, when the gem is cut into cabochons it brings out its cat’s eye effect.
The rarest tourmaline is the Paraiba Tourmaline. Discovered in the 1980' s in Brazil. They are usually small, less than a carat, and an extremely brilliant turquoise color. The largest cut Paraiba Tourmaline is nearly 192 carats and valued between $25 million and $125 million.
Tourmaline has been used by the early Egyptians as a physical and emotional remedy. Far eastern medicine and those of almost every culture have recognized the healing powers of tourmaline and is used in the treatment of illnesses as well promoting spiritual and emotional well being. It is now used widely in all forms of alternative medicine.
Tourmaline is 7 to 7 ½ (out of ten) on the Mohs scale, the gemological scale of hardness, making it durable for everyday wear and use. Tourmaline does not withstand sudden temperature changes, which may cause it to fracture. Extreme heat can alter the color. Cleaning with soap and water is safe and other cleaning methods may be risky.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Pinnacle of mineral collecting
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Rosasite w Calcite.....
This is the pinnacle of mineral collecting. This is part of a newly found pocket of rosasite in Mexico! Calcites of this caliber were never before seen from this location. I was lucky enough to see most of the parcel, and I picked out what I thought was the best one. These crystals are extremely sharp, and there is absolutely no damage! One mineral expert I brought this too coined it "Poker-chip" Calcite because of the tabular shape to the crystals. The layer of the bright turquoise rosasite is magnified through the crystals, and almost creates an optical illusion when you look at it. Overall this specimen has all the characteristics of a world class specimen. Great color, great luster, great aesthetics, no damage, and extreme clarity. Take a look at this video that reveals the beauty of this mineral!Tuesday, January 19, 2010
You are one step away!
SellMyGems.com is the trusted marketplace where people can buy and sell their collectibles. All of our merchandise is inspected by the SellMyGems team. Our state of the art navigation system allows customers to browse quicker than ever before. SellMyGems also allows you to sell your gems, to people around the world. The first step to get started is to register. Just click here to register.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Are you a collector ?
If so, you will interesting coins, notes, stamps, glass and artwork at SellMyGems
Varieties of Jewelries!
SellMyGems.com carries a range of jewelries grouped as Wraps, Rings, Earrings, Necklaces & Bracelets and Pendants & Pins.
Friday, January 15, 2010
Precious and not so precious
Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, and Pearls generally make up this category. The definition of “Precious Stones” has changed over time and varies between cultures, and may therefore include a variety of different species. We also have a category which includes any other attractive mineral that is cut and polished.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
skulls & bones, sticks & stones!
At SellMyGems, we have a category for Animal Fossils. This category contains the preserved remains of animals, organisms, and footprints.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Huge Beryl
This rock has much deeper color in person. This is a single terminated crystal, that has great color zoning and multiple rainbow inclusions. You wont be disappointed!
We have Fossilized Raptor Eggs!
This specimen is truly amazing. These dinosaur eggs were perfectly preserved millions of years ago in their natural environment. Truly a museum quality specimen.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
What is a Floater ?
Gem crystals are minerals that have become detached from the matrix. Crystals that form completely free of matrix, are usually called "Floaters".Click here to see the GemCrystals
Monday, January 11, 2010
Do you know what a matrix is ?
You may be a math genius. But do you know what matrix means in the world of minerals, stones and gems ?Minerals are naturally occurring crystal structures. When two
minerals appear together, the host rock is usually called the
“Matrix”.Identify some matrices in https://www.sellmygems.com/v/minerals/minerals.html
minerals appear together, the host rock is usually called the
“Matrix”.Identify some matrices in https://www.sellmygems.com/v/minerals/minerals.html
Today's vault Item
At SellMyGems, we have a vault where we keep valuable items. Today's vault item is
This outstanding California Tourmaline is perfectly double terminated.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Auctions
Our unique Auctions portal is scheduled to launch in early 2010. The SellMyGems team is working around the clock to create the most user-friendly auction system on the web.
Saturday, January 9, 2010
Do we hear the drums ?
annnnnnnnnnd....... the winner of Mineral of the month is Rosasite w CalciteSome info on this: This is the pinnacle of mineral collecting. This is part of a newly found pocket of rosasite in Mexico! Calcites of this caliber were never before seen from this location. I was lucky enough to see most of the parcel, and I picked out what I thought was the best one. These crystals are extremely sharp, and there is absolutely no damage! One mineral expert I brought this too coined it "Poker-chip" Calcite because of the tabular shape to the crystals. The layer of the bright turquoise rosasite is magnified through the crystals, and almost creates an optical illusion when you look at it. Overall this specimen has all the characteristics of a world class specimen. Great color, great luster, great aesthetics, no damage, and extreme clarity.
Friday, January 8, 2010
Wrap Wire Jewelry
Wraps are handmade adornments that are usually made up of intricately woven metallic wires.
Precious Gemstones
Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, and Pearls generally make up this category. The definition of “Precious Stones” has changed over time and varies between cultures, and may therefore include a variety of different species.
https://www.sellmygems.com/v/cutgems/cutgems.htmlMeteorites
A meteorite is a natural object from outer space that survives an impact with the Earth’s surface.
https://www.sellmygems.com/v/meteorites/meteorites.htmlPlant Fossils, Fish Fossils, Rocks Fossils
We have a 50 of different fossils.
Take a look.. https://www.sellmygems.com/v/fossils/fossils.html
Monday, January 4, 2010
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