Ask Shop LC: Does Hand Sanitizer Harm Jewelry?
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Posts in category Gemstones
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise: Background and Future
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise: The Princess of Globe Few gemstones captivate the world in the way turquoise jewelry does. Even fewer can match the flawless appeal of Sleeping Beauty Turquoise. For …
Opallina: The Peacock Beauty & Alluring Charm | Opalina Gems
What is Opalina? Shop LC brings you rare and beautiful gems from across the globe. And, few are as scarce as opalina. A unique opalized blend of chrysocolla, opalina only …
Destination Spotlight: The End of Diamond Mining in Argyle, Australia
The End of Australian Diamond Mining? The Argyle mine of Western Australia is one of the world’s largest diamond mines. Since 1983, it has produced around 825 million carats of …
Do Gemstones Fade in Bright Light? Summer Gemstone Care Tips
The most exciting thing about summer is spending time in the bright sunlight, which evokes the feeling of life and new beginnings. But have you ever thought that these beautiful …
What is Fissure Filling in Gemstones?
Sometimes, a gemstone undergoes treatment to increase its beauty, durability, or value. Most gems available today have some treatment. Fissure filling is one such treatment. Fissure filling, also known as …