Under the Loupe - The Gallery Gems Journal

Some gems scream for attention. Andalusite just changes color and walks away. It’s not fragile like opal, not overexposed like sapphire, and definitely not trying too hard. Andalusite is the und … read more

Forget the kaleidoscope. Forget the lightning trapped in milkstone. This is opal stripped to its molten soul — pure flame, pure heat, and pure attitude. Where the common opal whispers mystery, F … read more

Forget everything you think you know about tourmaline. Paraíba isn’t just another gem — it’s the stone that changed the rules. A discovery fueled by obsession, a glow like bot … read more

When it comes to gemstones, the biggest debate isn’t about size or color — it’s about origin. Do you want a stone pulled from the earth after millions of years of geological chaos, o … read more

Forget the tired “September birthstone = blue and pretty” narrative. Sapphire has been worshipped, feared, stolen, smuggled, and forged for over 2,000 years. It’s not just a gemstone … read more