Grand and Glorious Gemstones
What’s not to love about gemstones? They glisten, they shimmer, they have striking edges and exquisite faces, and they make a wonderful addition to any collection. For these reasons, and many others, we’ve created the Glorious Gemstones digital series. The second of the three-part series just became available and can be accessed FOR FREE at the Rock & Gem website. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the many unique and exceptional gemstones handselected by some of the Glorious Gemstones sponsors. Enjoy!
ARKENSTONE GALLERY OF FINE MINERALS
A pioneer of the online mineral market since the 1990s, this Dallas-based business, led by Dr. Rob Lavinsky, is a continually evolving leader in the industry. 125 carat ametrine gemstone; “The Eye of the Jaguar” gem topaz. Arkenstone Gallery of Fine Minerals, www.irocks.com
DIG MAINE GEMS
DMG is a family-run and firstof-its-kind rockhounding business specifically geared toward teaching people about the basics of Maine’s rockhounding and minerology.
Faceted green tourmaline gemstone; amethyst cut crystal. Dig Maine Gems, www.digmainegems.com
BESTINGEMS.COM
A team of passionate and qualified individuals who aim to serve and celebrate the gemstone industry while educating others about gemstone quality and characteristics.
Tanzanite round shape gemstone, 8mm; a selection of pendant semi-mounts. BestInGems.com
JOSEPH P. STACHURA GEMSTONES & PEARLS
A graduate gemologist-run diversified wholesale supplier of fine gemstones, pearls, beads, jewelry, tools,carvings, findings, and other products in business since 1955.
Jadeite dragon belt buckle; strands of Akoya pearls. Joseph P. Stachura Gemstones & Pearls, www.stachurawholesalegemstones.com/
ASTRO GALLERY OF GEMS
Serving the gemstone, mineral and fossil interests of a range of clients since 1961, the home gallery, Fifth Avenue in New York City, New York, is the largest gem and mineral gallery - with a 12,000 square foot showroom. Plus, a newly established additional Astro Gallery of Gems locality in Meridian, Idaho.
Hydrothermal Aquamarine Crystal; Stibnite From Wunning Mine, Jiangxi Province, China. Astro Gallery of Gems, www.astrogallery.com
FAZMAGORIC TREAZURES
With the mission of sharing the beauty of Mother Earth with the world, Fazmagoric Treazures oers gemstones, minerals, crystals, fossils, and related items of home décor and jewelry.
Sodalite alien featuring tiger stone eyes; showcase collection of black amethyst and pink amethyst. Fazmagoric Treazures, www.etsy.com/shop/FazmagoricTreazures