The Ultimate Guide to the 7 Rarest and Most Valuable Types of Amethyst in the World

purple radiant cut Rose de France amethyst

Rose de France amethyst provided by JeffDaviesandSonGems

Some types of amethyst are really hard to find and can cost a lot of money. These gems stand out because of their amazing characteristics and where they come from.  People who collect gems are often on the lookout for these rare stones. They’re interested in the different shades of purple and the stories behind … Read more

Amethyst vs Purple Sapphire – The Similarities and Differences (With Photos)

pear cut purple sapphire

Purple sapphire provided by SparsileCo

I’m always thrilled to talk about the amazing world of gemstones. One interesting topic is how to differentiate purple sapphire vs amethyst, two gems that might look similar but are actually quite different.  Purple sapphire is actually a type of corundum, which is the same mineral family as rubies and blue sapphires. Amethyst, on the … Read more