Learn about the three birthstones associated with June - what they mean, how to wear them, and how to care for them.

A 2,300-year-old gold ring found in Jerusalem's City of David highlights the wealth and culture of the Second Temple period, according to archaeologists.

Archaeologists who are excavating the ancient city of Nineveh in Iraq have discovered a rare stone carving depicting the last ruler of the Assyrian Empire flanked by important gods. The slab was ...

Alexandrite is a rare colour-changing variety of chrysoberyl ... coinciding with the wider growth in interest in coloured stones generally. “Although it’s lesser known than rubies, emeralds ...

most people focus on the color-change effect of the alexandrite stone. While that feature remains central, the shape of the stone is becoming just as important. Today, more couples are paying ...

Gemstones have been a topic of fascination to human beings for centuries, not just for their beauty, but also for how rare they are, what they symbolise, and that they are worth millions.

Rare gemstones proved particularly popular – a 10.33ct Burmese ruby and diamond ring was the star lot, while an Alexandrite 16.53ct ring set a new world record. The sale saw lively bidding in the room ...