The Stories Behind Our Gemstone Collections: A Personal Journey
Now, while ruby isn't my birthstone, it holds a particularly special place in my heart.
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Gemstone Detective Blog
Want to learn from an expert? This gemstone blog is run by gemmologist, Kim Rix, to impart all the knowledge she has learnt since 2015. Her goal has been to spread lessons she learnt the hard way and simplify the world of gemstones for others. Additionally, as a photographer, author and solo traveller she has much to offer her audience in terms of wisdom. This blog is an aggregate of just that.
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Kim Rix
Mar 172 min read
Mining the World’s Finest Blue Moonstone in Sri Lanka: An Inside Look
Once believed to be solidified moon beams, moonstone has been a favourite for thousands of years and it’s certainly one of mine!
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Kim Rix
Dec 1, 20192 min read
December’s birthstone Tanzanite
Tiffany and Co. called it “the loveliest blue gemstone discovered in over 2000 years”, so here’s hoping you find some jewellery featuring...
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Kim Rix
Nov 1, 20192 min read
November birthstone: Topaz
Though the weather is turning dull and grey, November babies can rejoice in the rainbow of colours their November birthstone, topaz,...
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Kim Rix
Oct 8, 20192 min read
October’s birthstone: Tourmaline
Welcome to the world of tourmaline in part 2 of October’s birthstone blog! Tourmaline Tourmaline gets its name from a Sinhalese phrase...
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Kim Rix
Oct 1, 20193 min read
October’s birthstone: Opal
All you lucky October babies have not one but two stunning birthstones to choose from: opal and tourmaline. October’s birthstones are...
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Kim Rix
Sep 5, 20192 min read
September’s birthstone: Sapphire
September’s birthstone is sapphire. If you’re a September baby, then lucky you – regal and stylish, there’s a variety of this gorgeous...
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Kim Rix
Aug 6, 20192 min read
August’s birthstone: Peridot
Peridot is not as well known as some gemstones, despite being August’s birthstone and the gemstone for a 15th wedding anniversary. I...
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Kim Rix
Jul 2, 20192 min read
July’s birthstone: Ruby
July’s birthstone and the traditional gemstone for a 40th anniversary, ruby is a gemstone synonymous with luxury. The name ruby comes...
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Kim Rix
Jun 4, 20192 min read
June’s birthstone: Pearl
June’s birthstone Pearl and Alexandrite. The second of June’s birthstones is an organic gemstone—a description that applies to gemstones...
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Kim Rix
Jun 1, 20192 min read
June’s birthstone: Alexandrite
Lucky June babies have two gorgeous gemstones to choose from as June’s birthstone can be Alexandrite or pearl. June’s birthstone....
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Kim Rix
May 1, 20192 min read
May’s birthstone: Emerald
May’s birthstone, emerald, is synonymous with the lush, rich greens seen all around us at this lovely time of year, when Spring is at its...
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Kim Rix
Apr 1, 20192 min read
April’s Birthstone: Diamond
April’s birthstone – Springtime’s known as ‘the only pretty ring time’ so if you were born in April, make sure yours sports a diamond! De...
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Kim Rix
Mar 1, 20192 min read
March birthstone: Aquamarine
March birthstone. Now March is here to chase away dull winter greys, what better gemstone to wear than March birthstone, aquamarine? As...
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Kim Rix
Feb 1, 20192 min read
February birthstone: Amethyst
If you’re feeling guilty about falling off the wagon now that dry January is over, then the February birthstone, amethyst, might just be...
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Kim Rix
Jan 14, 20192 min read
January’s birthstone: Garnet
The birthstone for January is garnet, which most of us think of as a deep red gemstone. But did you know that garnet is not only mined in...
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