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Gemstones and the Big Four Properties

Gemstones and the Big Four Properties

Grunwald October 8, 2024
There’s a multitude of feelings and properties that gemstones can be associated with. These are the big four: Love, Protection, Anxiety, and Wealth. If you’ve ever wanted to increase these…
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Opal is for October

Opal is for October

Grunwald October 1, 2024
“The Earth writes its memoir in each opal.” – Anonymous Opals are arguably the most captivating and enticing gemstone. Filled with colorful mysteries, opal is an exemplary birthstone for October.…
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San Diego’s Gemstone History

San Diego’s Gemstone History

Grunwald September 28, 2024
Some of the most beautiful gemstones in the world have come out of Southern California, and San Diego has a rich mining history. In 1842, six years before the California gold…
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Are You Sure You Need An Appraisal...?

Are You Sure You Need An Appraisal...?

Grunwald July 19, 2024
It’s important to identify your purpose for obtaining an appraisal of your jewelry, watches, or other valuables. Some scenarios will require a formal written appraisal, and some will not. We…
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9 Most Common Gemstone Treatments

9 Most Common Gemstone Treatments

Grunwald May 11, 2024
Have you ever been shopping for gemstone jewelry and heard your jeweler refer to various types of “gemstone treatments”? This term is used to describe the techniques to make them…
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