Unique Gem treasures from South Africa.
UNIQUE GEM TREASURES FROM SOUTH AFRICA. Apart from diamonds, gold and platinum – the obvious big three South Africa has many gemstones found only here. One wonders how many locals are aware of this …
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African Gems And Minerals | The Wealth Of …
African Gems & Minerals is a Multifaceted International Company, Dealing in every aspect of Gemstones, Crystals, Fine Minerals, Fossils, Antique Mining Memorabilia and Lapidary equipment. Read more.
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African Jade : Properties, Formation, Uses, Locations
Brief History and Origins: African Jade is predominantly sourced from the Northern provinces of South Africa, particularly in areas around the Limpopo River and the Northern Cape. The gemstone forms within metamorphic rocks, often in association with other minerals like serpentine, amphiboles, and chlorite.It derives its green color from trace amounts of chromium …
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The Gem Lab is the place to go for all your gemstone certification, appraisals and training.With highly qualified staff and an owner who loves to share his knowledge, you'll be pleased you called. For the past 30 years (1989 – 2019) we have offered a professional service to the industry.
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Gemz Jewlz | Semi-Precious Gemstone Jewellery
Welcome to Gemz Jewlz. We sell Genuine semi-precious gemstones & authentic birthstone handmade sterling silver jewellery. Our distribution is based in Ballito, South Africa
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South African Bracelet
24.10 crt AAA Grade Rare Natural South African faceted Gem stone. Hydrogrossular garnet excellent for jewellery. (10) Sale Price $85.75 $ 85.75 $ 131.93 Original Price $131.93 (35% off) Add to Favorites South Africa Coin Pendant 1 Cent Personal Necklace Old Vintage Handmade Jewelry Gift Friend Charm For Him Her World Coin Collector ...
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AFRIGEMTEC
to promote the Southern African gemstones and ornamental stones and to secure global recognition for them. 2. to assist collectors and cutters worldwide in obtaining Southern African rough material and cut stones. 3. to assist collectors worldwide in participating in the Southern African gem collecting events.
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Rhodonite Value, Price, and Jewelry Information
Brazil; Mexico; Peru; South Africa; Cornwall, United Kingdom. Stone Sizes. Massive rhodonite pieces from various localities are available. Extremely rare facetable gem material comes from crystals found primarily in Australia and Japan, typically ranging from two to three carats. However, larger facetable stones do occur.
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South African Semi-Precious Gemstones
We have the widest range of colour semi-precious, gemstone jewellery in South Africa. Among the gemstones include are Amethyst, Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, London Blue Topaz, …
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Gemstone Rings | Manserjewellery | South Africa
Ruby, Sapphire, Peridot, Tanzanite, Emerald, Topaz, Citrine and other semi-precious stone rings.
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Toprock Gemstones and Minerals
Toprock is the largest rock, crystal, gemstone and mineral wholesaler in Africa with 35 years of expertise. Our primary bases of operation are in Madagascar, Namibia and South Africa. We also regularly import from Zambia, Congo, Angola, Malawi, Lesotho, Swaziland and Zimbabwe. Minimum Order Quantity: 10 kg Nett Weight
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African Emerald: Meaning, Properties, and …
Treated African Emerald: Most Emeralds, including African Emeralds, need to be treated with oil to improve durability and clarity. Treated African Emeralds are well accepted and offer the same heart-opening benefits as any other …
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13 Purple Gemstones (How Many Do You Know?)
Although turkiyenite contains a variable amount of jadeite, this opaque gemstone differs from jadeite or nephrite. Nevertheless, jewelers can carve beautiful pieces from it. Turkish purple jade cabochon, 4.86 cts, 14.84 mm x 9.95 mm, ... 6.2 mm, South Africa. ...
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What Gemstone represents my Country?
What gemstone represents South Africa? Diamonds, along with gold, are synonymous with South Africa. A little over 150 years ago a Boer farmer's son, Erasmus Jacobs was searching for some pretty stones along the banks of the Orange River which he and other children used to …
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Gems discovered in South Africa are 'quartz, …
Thousands of people had flocked to a hillside in South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal province to dig for mysterious stones first unearthed by a cattle herder and believed to be diamonds.
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Out of Africa
All the classics are here plus a few surprises in our version of Africa's B... X. CART. Shopping Cart; Home. Gemstones. Gemstones A-Z. Actinolite 's Eye (57) Agate (973) Agate Geode (17) Almandine Garnet (35) ... The king of the gemstone jungle. Gorgeous examples of African sapphires can be found in all colors especially from Tanzania and ...
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Tourmaline Gem, Price, and Jewelry Information
Tourmaline is a name applied to a family of related minerals with widely varying properties. Tourmalines make very popular jewelry stones and comes in an amazing range of colors, like pink, blue, green, yellow, colorless, and black.
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Gemz Jewlz | Semi-Precious Gemstone Jewellery
Immerse yourself in our extensive range of bespoke jewellery, including rings, necklaces, bracelets, brooches, pendants, and earrings. Each piece is a masterpiece, meticulously crafted to showcase the beauty and purity of …
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Precious Gems and Stones in South Africa
Also known as the 'Fancy Vivid Pink' diamond, this stunning gemstone was mined in 1999 in South Africa, with a weight of 59.6 carats. Because of the selling price of $83 million, this diamond became the most expensive gem ever sold.
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A List of Gemstones Found in Africa
Zircon gems are generally found in South Africa, around the Limpopo Belt. The colorless version of this gemstone is often used as a substitute for diamonds, causing them to be referred to in the local area as "Matura …
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Tanzanite | Loose Tanzanites Gemstones
Tanzanite Treatment - Tanzanite Is a Heat Treated Gemstone In the beginning - Legend says that exposed brown or brownish yellow zoisite crystals in the Merelani area were heated by the periodic lightning-caused grass fires that swept through the arid uninhabited area.
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South Africa's trusted Gemological laboratory ⋆ E.G.L. South Africa
E.G.L South Africa is an independent Gemological Laboratory specializing in Diamond, Gemstone and Jewellery identification, grading and certification. We opened our doors in 1980 and are South African owned. We are equipped with both the knowledge and specialized equipment to detect treatments and laboratory-grown diamonds and gemstones.
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African Malachite Gems: Beauty & Origins
Fire Opal Gemstone - A Mexican sunset captured in a gem. Tanzanite Info. Tanzanite Information - Africa's wonder risen from the ashes. Gemstone Clarity and Cut. Clarity and Cut - Gemstone Information - GemSelect. Blue Azurite Info. Blue Azurite Gemstones - vivid blue color and very versatile. Botryoidal Gemstones
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Sillimanite Value, Price, and Jewelry Information
Joel E. Arem, Ph.D., FGA. Dr. Joel E. Arem has more than 60 years of experience in the world of gems and minerals. After obtaining his Ph.D. in Mineralogy from Harvard University, he has published numerous books that are still among the most widely used references and guidebooks on crystals, gems and minerals in the world.
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Where are Diamonds Found? Spotlight on South African Diamonds …
How South African Diamonds Changed Diamond History. The South African diamond rush changed two things: 1. The world's supply of diamonds 2. How diamonds are found. Within a decade after diamonds were found in South Africa, the world's production of diamonds increased tenfold.
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Sapphire Mining In Africa | A Guide To Mining Countries In Africa
The Tanzanian government is actively involved in building a sustainable future for its promising gemstone industry and there's a lot of optimism about its growth. Many variety of sapphire colors are still being round in Tanzania as we move into 2020. ... Witwatersrand Gold Rush | The Famous South African Gold Mine Witwatersrand, South Africa ...
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Royal gift or 'stolen' gem? Calls for UK to return 500 carat
Calls are growing in South Africa for Britain's royal family to return the world's largest known clear-cut diamond in the wake of Queen Elizabeth II's death.
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Top 7 most precious gemstones found in Africa
Africa is blessed with many unique things including prized minerals. Here are the top 7 most precious gemstones found in Africa aside from gold and diamond.
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Cullinan Diamond
The Cullinan Diamond was discovered in Transvaal, South Africa in 1905 and presented as a birthday gift to Edward VII of England (r. 1901-1910) by the Transvaal Government. It weighed well over 3,000 carats, making it the largest gem-quality rough diamond ever found. When discovered, it was valued at over $21 million dollars in today's money.
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GIA Gem Encyclopedia | Complete List Of Gemstones
The most valued variety of beryl, emerald was once cherished by Spanish conquistadors, Inca kings, Moguls, and pharaohs. Today, fine gems come from Africa, South America, and Central Asia. More About this Gem Buyer's Guide
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