Learn about the Gemstone Onyx and its use in Jewelry

Onyx is also known as veined agate (agate is also a variety of a rock-forming mineral almost similar to onyx) and a variety of a rock-forming mineral called chalcedony. The origin of the word comes from the Latin word of the same spelling, which means “claw” or “fingernail.” White bands and flesh-colored … Read more

Types of Semi-Precious Gemstones Used in Jewelry

Topaz

A semi-precious stone or also known as a gem or gemstone is a portion of mineral, which, in refined and cut form, is used to create jewelry. Aside from minerals, there are also organic resources or precise rocks that are also used for jewelry and can be considered as gemstones as well. … Read more