Ruby

Sotheby’s to auction Cromwell-era ring unearthed by metal detector

An English, late 15th Century ring that was found using a metal detector is to be offered for auction.  The…

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Gemfields continues ‘superb’ 2015 with successful ruby auction

Gemfields, the coloured gemstone supplier, has proclaimed a ‘superb’ start to 2015 after realising a total of $29.3m (£18.4m) at…

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Gemfields discovers ‘exceptionally’ rare matching rubies

Gemfields, the coloured gemstone supplier, has said it has discovered an ‘exceptionally’ rare pair of matching rubies from its Montepuez…

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Bonhams: £60m of jewellery ‘gathering dust’

There is an estimated £60m worth of vintage jewellery gathering dust in drawers and attics across Britain, according to Bonhams. …

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World record jewellery auction for Sotheby’s

Sotheby’s has set a new world record total for a jewellery auction – breaking six other world auction records in…

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Gemfields’ emerald and beryl production triples in Q1

Gemfields has reported an increase in its production levels as emerald and beryl production rose significantly during the first quarter…

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Bonhams proclaims 2015 as ‘year of the coloured gemstones’

Coloured gemstones, such as rubies, sapphires and emeralds are this year’s must-have gems, according to Bonhams.  The auction house said…

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COMMENT: A background on birthstones

History of birthstones Each month of the year correlates to a specific birthstone. It is believed that the origins of…

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Coloured stones in high demand, says Bonhams

Following its fine jewellery auction, Bonhams has reported that coloured stones, notably rubies and sapphires, are experiencing high demand and…

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Gemfields reports record-sales at £27m ruby auction

Gemfields has announced the results of its recent  higher quality rough ruby auction, which saw an average realised price of…

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