It’s a big, blingy rock in an engagement ring. But is it a diamond? Or possibly moissanite, a gem that bears an uncanny resemblance to diamonds?
Moissanite is a naturally occurring silicon carbide whose microscopic particles were discovered by French chemist Henri Moissan at the Canyon Diablo meteorite strike site in Arizona just over a century ago.
3D printing is everywhere, but it still feels a bit like science fiction.
You’ve likely heard of 3D printing or seen it used on TV (3D printed organs on Grey’s Anatomy, anyone?). Maybe you even have access to a 3D printer at school or work. But have you considered 3D printed jewelry?
Many designers and jewelers have adopted this technology and are taking jewelry design to a whole new level.
Each month, we will be featuring a different jewelry designer, brand, or store. We hope you look forward to learning something new about your favorite brands, as well as discovering some new favorites along the way! Let us know in the comments if there's a specific designer or brand you'd like to learn more about.
Summer is one of the best times of the year to tour Alaska. Come with us in this Gems by Geography entry as we explore the exquisite, natural beauty of their state gem - that big, sparkly rock for which Alaska is famous: Jade.
