The Brilliant Gemstone Collection showcases the deep beauty of natural gemstones that make the wearer feel as though they were holding thousands of years of natural history. It highlights our tagline of “every rock has a story.”

Products included in the collection include the deep red hues of Ruby, the earth tones of Brandy Quartz, the warm orange colors of Carnelian, the fascinating patterns of Turquoise as well as the amazing beauty of Emerald, and more. Graded & appraised by UK Gemological Laboratory Services (UKGLS), every gem is made to order, specifically for each customer, and can be customized according to the customer’s needs.

We are thrilled to present you with the The Glowgem Limited, Uk 2022 Catalogue, a redesigned edition of our first gemstone catalog! 📗📰🎉 featuring our latest Al-Biruni gem collection.

Browse through our comprehensive assortment of gorgeous loose stones to see our incredible selection available in many sizes, shapes, and colors. 🗺

Ruby is the red variety of the mineral corundum, one of the hardest minerals on Earth. Corundum is the mineral form of alumina, which crystallizes in the hexagonal system.

Emerald is the bluish-green to green variety of beryl, a mineral species that includes aquamarine.

Sapphires are one of the hardest stones on the planet; only diamonds surpass them in hardness! 🔨 Sapphire is also a variety of the mineral Corundum and represents all the colors except red Corundum (which is Ruby).

Turquoise is the only gemstone that has a color named after it. 💙💎 Turquoise can be identified by its distinctive sky blue, blue-green, or apple-green color and waxy to matt luster.

Ancient peoples all over the world favored the warm, reddish gem known as Carnelian. This material was easy to cut into jewelry stones as well as carved into seals and talismans. Carnelian symbolism and lore came to encompass health, luck, and royalty.

Quartz is the second most common mineral in Earth's crust. Many varieties are precious gemstones, including amethyst, citrine, smoky quartz, brandy quartz and rose quartz.

Garnets are a set of closely related minerals forming a group, with gemstones in almost every color. Red garnets have a long history, but modern gem buyers can pick from a rich palette of garnet colors: greens, oranges, pinkish oranges, deeply saturated purplish reds, and even some blues

Topaz is a pleochroic gem, meaning that the gem can show different colors in different crystal directions. Topaz has so many more colors to offer gem lovers, including pinks and purples that rival the finest fancy sapphires.

Peridot is an ancient Gem of the mineral Olivine. The peridot gemstone is known for its greenish-yellow coloring and ranges from a solid green to green with hints of brown or yellow.

Although frequently confused with ruby, spinel stands on its own merits. Available in a striking array of colors, its long history includes many famous large spinels still in existence. Increasing demand for ruby alternatives rekindled appreciation for spinel’s rich red color and history.

Jadeite is a member of a group of related minerals called pyroxenes. Jadeite was discovered in Burma sometime in the 18th century and it quickly became prized by Chinese emperors.

Learning about the geological processes involved in gem formation will help you understand some of the properties they’ll encounter in gemstones.

Knowing a gem's country of origin is important because it lets you know the impact your purchase has on the communities that mined it.

Buying a gemstone can be a daunting task. It is an experience that requires trust, not only of our senses in judging what we can discern about the gem one is considering, but also the representations of the person selling the gem.

Learn more about the history and meaning of these gems as we've pulled together some of the fun facts for #GemstonesofTheWeek

How can you tell if the stone is genuine? Discover the truth and the old-school myths about gems and semi-precious stones.

Educating yourself on the differences between these types will make you a more informed gemstone buyer and seller and make sure that you are getting the best value when you are considering selling your gemstone jewelry.

The Big Five gemstones are Diamond, Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, and Tanzanite. 🤍💙💚❤️💜
Their mind-numbing brilliance and show-stopping sparkle make them the center-stage delight!

Whether you're looking at a beautiful sapphire or a brilliant diamond, there are often “certifications” given to gemstones to prove their origin, grade, and/or rarity. Certifications offer buyers validation and confidence in their purchases.