Bliss Crystals has published "Purple Crystal Names and Their Healing Properties Explained," a comprehensive guide exploring the historical significance and healing properties of purple crystals. The ...

The consumption of energy drinks can contribute to the formation of kidney stones—as can many other foods and beverages. What makes energy drinks distinct is that they contain an especially high ...

Jacques joined the GIA’s board of governors in 1996 and was chair of the board from 2008 until 2014. After a six-month stint as interim CEO, she was appointed president and CEO in January 2014. The ...

Thousands of years ago, people on what is now the Danish island of Bornholm threw hundreds of mysteriously carved stones into a ditch before burying them. The purpose of these so-called 'sun stones', ...

As a volcanic eruption darkened the sun roughly 4,900 years ago, a Stone Age culture sacrificed hundreds of decorated stone plaques to try to coax it back. A trove of engraved stones unearthed ...

Now toss in the smooth but also jagged surface area of landscape stones, and you've officially got yourself into a stress-inducing situation. But don't worry, we're here to help. We're breaking down ...

Both are geologists and both were associated in the past with the Tanzanite One mine in Tanzania ... Olivier says the Gravelotte emeralds are well thought of by the market. “Generally speaking, the ...

A classic pastime that costs less than $1 to play The traditional Korean pastime of gonggi is played with five small, round stones. It involves tossing one stone into the air and trying to pick up ...

Every New Year presents a chance to turn over a new leaf, and 2025 is no different. However, if you want an extra dose of luck and prosperity this time around, it’s time to harness the benefits of ...

As reported by National Jeweler, the miner confirmed via email that operations are “running at full capacity and the situation in the communities surrounding the mine appears calm.” Gemfields ...

We tested the unique Purple Original mattress for two weeks to see if the brand’s patented GelFlex grid is worth the hype. Said gel grid is a hyper-elastic layer of the mattress that flexes as ...