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Birthstones by Month: A UK Jewellery Gift Guide for Beginners

Birthstones by Month: A UK Jewellery Gift Guide for Beginners

October 10, 2026
Setting Up a Home Lapidary Workshop in a Small UK Flat

Setting Up a Home Lapidary Workshop in a Small UK Flat

October 09, 2026
Quartz Varieties Compared: Amethyst, Citrine, Rose and Smoky

Quartz Varieties Compared: Amethyst, Citrine, Rose and Smoky

October 04, 2026
How to Spot Fake Turquoise: A Checklist for UK Buyers

How to Spot Fake Turquoise: A Checklist for UK Buyers

October 03, 2026
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How to Spot Fake Turquoise: A Checklist for UK Buyers

How to Spot Fake Turquoise: A Checklist for UK Buyers

A practical checklist for UK buyers to tell natural turquoise from dyed howlite, resin blocks and other imitations before parting with money.

October 03, 2026
British Gemstones: Blue John, Whitby Jet and Cornish Serpentine

British Gemstones: Blue John, Whitby Jet and Cornish Serpentine

A practical guide to three British gemstones — Derbyshire's Blue John, Whitby jet and Cornish serpentine — covering their history,...

September 29, 2026
Rough vs Cut Gemstones: What UK Collectors Should Know Before Buying

Rough vs Cut Gemstones: What UK Collectors Should Know Before Buying

Rough and cut gemstones suit different collectors. Here is how value, risk, display and UK buying practicalities compare, and how to...

September 21, 2026
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