Over the Moon for Moonstone
by Jourdan Block
February 23, 2021
This orthoclase feldspar moonstone has a billowy blue sheen because of adularescence, a phenomenon caused by the way the gem's structure scatters light.
Big Announcement!
by Jourdan Block
February 23, 2021
I am extremely proud and honored to announce that I will now be working with Mark Hadley, of Mark’s Diamonds, in the Cherry Creek neighborhood of...
Apatite for Knowledge
by Jourdan Block
February 23, 2021
Apatite's name comes from the name of the Greek goddess, Apate, the personification of deceit.
Nature's Magic Trick
by Jourdan Block
February 23, 2021
Alexandrite is a birthstone for June, along with pearl and moonstone.
Jadeite: Beautiful Yet Touch
by Jourdan Block
February 23, 2021
While diamond is incredibly hard, or resistant to scratching, jadeite is exceptionally tough.
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