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In this video tutorial, I have tried to explain the method I use to determine “How much does a 3-carat Unheated Vivid Red Mozambique ruby cost? and show the ‘type of inclusions’ a typical unheated Mozambique ruby will have. For reference purposes, I have used two 3-carat rubies. Both these rubies which are 3 […]
In this short video tutorial, using a diamond ring we custom made, I wanted to show How to check the GIA Laser inscription under the microscope and the verification methods one should use. The laser inscription is the fastest way to verify if your diamond matches with GIA report number which provides the diamond’s
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If you have read my previous blog posts or seen my videos’ regarding what determines the value of gemstones, country of origin is one of the most important criteria. Certain origin where the gemstone is mined from always commands a higher price due to its history, rarity, and perception they have with traders or
First, let us get the facts straight. Mumbai is one of major diamond trading centers in the world. 75% of diamond rough in the world come to India to get polished & cut. Also, in a year 95% of all cut & polished diamonds are sourced from India and sold around the globe. The
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In the video tutorial I explain the method I use to answer the question “How much does a one carat ruby cost?” One carat ruby prices range from about US$10 to US$20,000, depending on color, origin, and treatment (July 2026). The method starts by categorizing the stone using the 4Cs plus OT. The six
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For Masala Magazine October November 2019 Issue, our managing director’s article, Tarun Gupta, was published. Titled “A Handy Guide to Buying Jewellery in Bangkok,” the article provides a practical guide and questions on how to buy jewellery in Bangkok. E-magazine version can be seen here: http://masalathaicloud.com/masala/e-magazine/e-magazine-masala-vol2-issue-11-october-november-2019/#p=69 We also provided a full version of our
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How to tell the difference between natural rubies, sapphires, emeralds from synthetics? Lookswise there is no difference between synthetics and natural gemstones. They have the same chemical composition, crystal structure, and properties as natural gemstones. The only way to tell is by looking at internal inclusions or clarity characteristics. The price difference between natural
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I decided to do a video tutorial explaining how I will go about determining the value of a blue sapphire. The method I used to determine the value is by first categorizing the stone based on the 4Cs + OT method. The six criteria I have summarized in bullet form below: HOW TO DETERMINE
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Lab Grown diamonds is one topic which is not going away from the news or diamond trade discussion for the last few years. Since the big announcement in early June by De beers that they are creating their own lab grown diamond jewelry line and then the second big announcement by US Federation Trade