Gemstone Knowledge
The Academy
Deepen your appreciation for natural wonders. Learn about origins, identifying marks, and the profound history behind each stone.
The Fire of the Corundum Family
Understanding Rubies (Yaqoot): Colour, Quality & Value
The Ruby, known in Pakistan as Yaqoot, is among the most coveted gemstones on earth — prized for its intense red colour and, for many, its a…
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Reading the Jardin
Identifying Natural Emeralds (Panna / Zamurd)
The Emerald — Panna or Zamurd — is treasured for its lush green colour and calming presence. Because fine Emeralds are rare and imitations a…
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Kashmir, Ceylon & Beyond
Sapphire Origins (Neelam): Kashmir, Ceylon & Beyond
Blue Sapphire — Neelam — is one of the most powerful and admired gemstones, valued for its deep blue colour and, in astrology, its fast-acti…
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Meaning, History & Healing
The Complete Birthstone Guide
Birthstones connect each month of the year to a gemstone believed to bring luck, protection and personal meaning. This guide covers the birt…
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