Most people know some very basic information about minerals, crystals, and gemstones, but likely wouldn’t be sure about what ...

Gemstones, including rubies, emeralds, and sapphires, can be sold for cash, much the same as diamonds and other jewelry. However, more often than not, those stones have very little resale value, ...

Jewels, birthstones, gemstones—so many names for the glitzy, glamorous stones so many of us love to wear each and every day. This got us thinking: Is there a difference between jewels and gems? To ...

New report reveals diamonds, sapphires, and opals top U.S. holiday gifting trends as jewelry continues to dominate seasonal spending.

The magic and mystery of crystal healing have captivated civilizations for generations. The ancient Egyptians were among the first to use crystals and gemstones as medicinal, spiritual and sacred ...

Crystals can empower and invigorate you and gemstones can enhance your life if you know how to use them. Jeffrey Colson/NYPOST Crystals and gem stones: nature’s eye candy and free sparkling jewels.

Jen Manning-Plassnig is a local artist living in Sykesville. She grew up in Woodbine. Manning-Plassnig first got interested in art when she was a child. “I took stickers and made things out of them. I ...

Pink, green and blue tourmaline, aquamarine beryl and deep red garnet, purple amethyst and sparkling lepidolite — they all lie buried in Maine granite. To find them, all you have to do is dig — and ...