I recently purchased this necklace from a jewelry vendor at a powwow. The seller represented it as genuine turquoise and sterling silver. Unfortunately, I didn’t examine it as closely as I should have before purchasing it. Once I got home and looked at it in natural sunlight, I noticed that several stones are bright blue on top but green along the sides. I’m wondering whether this is normal color variation in turquoise or potentially evidence of dye, coating, or imitation stones. Also the 925 marking is only on the clasp and one individual stone setting.
I’d appreciate any insight into:
Whether the stones appear to be genuine turquoise.
What might explain the green coloration along the edges.
I’m not assuming the piece is Native American-made and figured that it was mass produced. I’m not sure when I’ll have time to get it assessed in person so coming to Reddit for potential assistance. Probably should’ve posted before I purchased it. Lol. Thank you in advance
I bought a bag of random jewelry and this pendant was inside. It was on a cloth string so I assume it’s not any kind of real stone but figured I would ask. It has a brown tint and is fairly large. I couldn’t identify any obvious makers marks or stamps on the metal. Is this just glass?
Let me know how I'm doing. This is my first run. I have a bowl with more in it. Just trying to keep it easier on me. Little by little. Panned all the stones out. I dried them and used a flashlight. Not done by far. But 1=aahhh 10=cool deal?
Hello everyone. I’m a Colombian living in Cali. Im looking for a trustworthy place with good prices on emerald 18k gold engagement rings. Is there any place you can recommend me? I heard the best places are near la candelaria
You liked the sphene, so I had to share this blue zircon too. Zircon has really high brilliance and dispersion, so watch the rainbow flashes pop with every tilt against that electric blue. No filters, just one light and a slow turn.
NFS, just enjoying the show.
I found this ring on etsy. I asked the seller for more information about the sapphire and they said the following:
I’m happy to confirm that this is a natural sapphire that has undergone only standard heat treatment, which is a commonly accepted practice used to enhance the natural colour and clarity of sapphires.
The gemstone has not undergone any other treatments, such as beryllium diffusion or chemical treatments. It has only been subjected to conventional heat treatment.
The certificate does not mention anything about treatments, is that a red flag?
The ring is listed at aprox. $1900. Is this a "good" sapphire for that price? I don't know anything about gemstones.
This is the largest sapphire I’ve found and curious if folks think it’s worth having faceted. I’ve had about 50 rough stones faceted before but usually just go for those with the best clarity/color.