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Uncover the Value of Rare Coins

Each side of a gold American dollar.

Does your family treasure a coin collection that’s been locked away and forgotten? If so, it might be time to dust it off.

What Do Birthstones Signify?

Yellow and white gold amethyst and diamond tennis bracelet and cocktail ring.

Birthstones are captivating gemstones linked to each of the twelve calendar months, with your individual birthstone corresponding to your birth month.

Properties of February’s Birthstone

Yellow gold floral tennis bracelet set with amethyst.

A type of mineral quartz, amethysts come in shades ranging from deep purple to pale, pastel lavender. Keep reading to find out what makes amethyst jewelry so alluring.

Rarity of Colored Diamonds

Yellow diamond

You might wonder why diamonds come in different colors, and what makes them so expensive. Fancy color diamonds are much rarer than white diamonds.

Radiant Rubies for July

Ruby bracelet

If someone you love celebrated a birthday in July, they’re fortunate to have one of the most beautiful birthstones imaginable – radiant red ruby.

Emerald is May’s Birthstone

Emerald ring, pendant, and yellow gold emerald ring.

Emeralds are said to stir feelings of passion and intense love. They are thought to bring love that is unconditional, making them the perfect romantic gift.

Opal Found on Mars!

Mars Rover on the planet Mars.

NASA’s Curiosity Mars rover made an incredible discovery recently. The Curiosity found opal – which is rich in water – in Mars’ Gale Crater along the equator.

Insurance Appraisals

Two diamond rings & a wedding band

An insurance appraisal is a document that assesses your fine diamond and gemstone jewelry and gives it an assigned replacement value.

April is for Diamonds!

Diamond bracelet

Diamonds for the April gemstone have garnered the hearts of many and are the most coveted gemstone to date. They’re deemed the “King of All Birthstones.”