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  1. A collection of jade jewelry and loose gems

    Gem in the Spotlight: Jade

    …white, and the most valuable/desirable color: a vibrant green. The finest of all green jadeite colors is a saturated emerald green that is almost transparent, and it is called “Imperial Jade.” Jade is one of the top selling gems in Asia, but… than the tougher jade. Nephrite: A silicate rich in calcium, iron and magnesium Refractive index: 1.606-1.632 Hardness: 6-6.5 Toughness: Exceptional (the toughest known gem) Specific Gravity: 2.95 Jadeite: A silicate rich in sodium …

  2. Evaluating inherited estate jewelry can be tricky

    How to Value Inherited Jewelry

    …be significantly lower than even the intrinsic value of a piece. We have even heard of cases where a ring with a one carat diamond and $50 in scrap gold was valued at $50 by these operations. The intrinsic values for the gems are based on … a new jewelry item like the piece would cost. As a classic example, under a replacement price standard of value a 2000 model year Toyota Camry car would be valued at the current price of a brand new Toyota Camry. Of course, there is …

  3. Opal Rings With Loose Opal Gemstones

    Gem in the Spotlight: Opal

    …: “For in them you shall see the living fire of the ruby, the glorious purple of the amethyst, the sea green of the emerald, all glittering together in an incredible mixture of light.” During the Middle Ages, opal gained an interesting … renowned for its extraordinary play of colors and its rarity. This opal is quite large, weighing approximately 180 carats (36 grams) and measuring 3 x 1.8 inches long. Its size and quality make it an exceptionally valuable gemstone. Care …