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Explore the fascinating world of amber gemstones, from formation and types like Burmese amber and insect amber to identification and care. Your guide to collecting these ancient organic treasures. Discover now.

Discover pearl’s organic composition, legendary history & authentication methods. Learn about famous pearls like the Pearl of Allah & how to distinguish natural from cultured pearls. Essential guide for collectors.

Discover coral’s biological origins, cultural significance as Buddhist treasure & authentication methods. Learn why this organic gemstone remains prized by collectors worldwide. Essential guide.

Discover fluorite’s luminescent properties & why certain specimens become “night pearls.” Learn identification methods, historical significance & what makes these glowing gemstones so rare for collectors.

Discover obsidian’s volcanic origins, cultural history & authentication methods. Learn why this volcanic glass has been used for tools, art & spiritual practices for millennia. Essential collector’s guide.

Discover lapis lazuli’s 6,000-year history, from ancient Afghan mines to Qing Dynasty rituals. Learn how to grade quality & why this celestial blue stone remains prized by collectors worldwide.

Discover agate’s formation process, banded patterns & artistic uses. Learn why this cryptocrystalline quartz variety captivates collectors with its natural artwork & carving potential.

Discover topaz varieties from imperial to blue, learn identification techniques & explore Chinese sources. Essential guide for collectors of this durable & colorful aluminum silicate gemstone.

Discover peridot’s properties, Chinese sources & why it’s called “Evening Emerald.” Learn about identification features, care tips & why this August birthstone captivates collectors.

Discover garnet’s varieties from pyrope to spessartine, historical significance as January’s birthstone & why this colorful gem family remains popular with collectors worldwide.