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What Are the Differences Between Gemstones and Crystals?

Gemstones and crystals are what make jewelry so dazzling. But just as a gem may be called a stone or a rock, which is technically inaccurate, these words mean different things. There are vast differences...

DNA Fingerprinting Technology to Identify Species of Pearl

At this point, most Americans have used, or at least heard of at-home DNA testing kits like 23andMe and MyHeritage DNA. These innovative at-home testing kits utilize DNA fingerprinting technology that allows individuals to get...

Designer Spotlight: Ed Levin Jewelry

Jeweler’s Touch is honored to showcase Ed Levin jewelry in our designer spotlight series. Ed Levin has been crafting fashionable jewelry for over 60 years, offering an eclectic array of awe-inspiring gold and sterling silver...

Are Gemstones Worth Anything If They Are Broken?

Some people are superstitious about wearing broken gemstones. Others feel that it brings good luck. The truth is you can wear broken gemstones. The question of whether a gemstone is worth anything if broken depends...

Why Is a Musgravite Gemstone So Valuable?

Musgravite is one of the rarest gemstones. And given how much demand there is for rare gemstones, it’s understandably extremely valuable. While not widely known (compared to other minerals), musgravite is valuable enough to get...