All About Precious Stones!

There are three Precious Stones known to us - Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald. The rest of the gemstones known to us fall in the semi-precious category. Precious gemstones are known as such because of their rarity, shades, etc.  But what actually makes these stones ‘precious’? Let’s find out.

Colour

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When we speak of Sapphires, the first thing that we have in mind is Blue Sapphire. These pretty blue stones rule the month of September. They also range from colourless to dark colours. Other famous shades of Sapphires are Yellow (Pokhraj), Red and Pink. Did you know, Sapphires also have colour changing variety too? The May birthstone - Emerald is famous for its lush green colour. However, it’s colour varies from colourless to the deepest green shade that it’s known for.

Astro Purpose of Precious Stone

Ruby is the stone for Sun. If your horoscope is ruled by the sun, there’s a high chance your astrologer will ask you to wear Ruby. Manik (Ruby) is allegedly said to bring wealth and wisdom, as well as enhance and improve the condition of the heart and improve the blood flow. Some also claim that wearing Manik directly affects the betters health conditions like lung disease, backbone problems, hypertension and diabetes. Blue Sapphire is also claimed to bring in a lot of benefits to the table. To start with, the gemstone is said to allegedly bring you wealth, good luck, prosperity, clears doubt and help take decisions properly, improve focus and concentration… and a lot more. Emerald is said to be the orator’s best friend. It has been claimed to improve one’s oratory skills. As per astrologers, Panna will also improve your creativity, physical health, wisdom and intellect, matrimonial harmony and more!

Inclusions in Precious Stones

Inclusions are small marks present in a gemstone. Having inclusions in a gemstone greatly affects the price of the same. Inclusions-free Ruby stones are almost non-existential. That’s why it’s expected that the stone will have some inclusions. Unfortunately, inclusions in Ruby gemstone reduces the durability of the gemstone too. Even though inclusions in gemstone reduces the pricing, some inclusions just add to the beauty of the stone. Blue sapphire gemstones are known to have lesser inclusions than Ruby. Just like for Ruby, the inclusions that enhance the appearance of Blue Sapphires give them a velvety appearance.  On the other hand, Emeralds usually come with inclusions. Inclusions free Emerald is very rare and hence expensive. The inclusions that aid in the beauty of the gemstone is considered of a higher grade and vice versa.

Best Place To Buy These Precious Stones

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You can buy jewellery studded with these stones online at Candere. Otherwise, we have also jotted down the different places across the globe where you can buy these precious stones. In Asia, the best places to buy Ruby gemstone are Thailand, Hong Kong and Jaipur (India). Thailand has top coloured Rubies while Hong Kong has tax-free shipping and India is home to budget Ruby stones. The best of Blue Sapphire is found in Kashmir, Burma and Sri Lanka. However, Sri Lankan and Madagascar sapphires are most common today because of their availability in a wide range of colours.  The best Emerald is found in three places - Columbia, Brazil and Zambia. Columbia contributes to 70-90% of the Emerald mines across the globe. Brazil has more of budget-friendly Emeralds whereas Zambian Emeralds are more saturated than the ones mined from Brazil.

What to expect while buying Precious Stones?

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While buying these precious stones, it’s important to buy gemstone that is certified by third-party well-known across the globe. Famous gemstone verification labs include IGI, CGL and SGL. That’s why it’s very important to buy verified gemstone because not only it ensures what you are paying is it’s actual worth but also legit. One easy way of doing so is by shopping only from reputed shops. If you’re looking for loose gemstones, make sure you have done your end of the research well before purchasing it. Also, it’s difficult to get the exact gemstone you are looking and sellers tend to enhance gemstones to get your desired look and feel.

Pricing at Candere

At Candere, Ruby jewellery start at *Rs. 7,768 with a religious pendant, Blue Sapphire jewellery starts at *Rs. 9,339 with an everyday wear pendant and Emerald jewellery starts at *Rs. 9,339 with the same pendant customized with Emerald gemstone. These are designs starting from 10cents only and goes up to several carats. The catalogue includes rings, earrings, pendants,mangalsutra, bands, bracelets, etc. One of the most remarkable type of jewellery that you can buy in gemstone jewellery is cocktail rings. *Price mentioned are subject to change. Featured Image Credit: Pinterest