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A gem dealer's journal

Sporting the goods from our friends over at Lucy G Jewelry

Sporting the goods from our friends over at Lucy G Jewelry

Dear Loungers, This week, and as reward for our thousandth visit on Asia Lounges' website, we propose you to discover the work of our friends over at Lucy G. Jewelry.      Lucy G. Jewelry is a fairly recent brand of jewelry by the Italian designer Giuliana Loglisci. The concept is simple and fresh and we are convinced that you will enjoy the fruitiness of her concept! But why trust them? What makes Lucy G as a brand special and recommendable?     Giuliana, the designer and founder of the brand, is from a long line of Italian jewelers who, to...

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Lounge Update October 2016

Lounge Update October 2016

Hey Loungers,  How have you been since Asia Lounges' last post on this blog? As you may have seen since the last editions about Color Grades and Our Founder we have opened two new Blogs!  The first one, Introduction to Gemology, is animated by Mr. Jeffery "Master" Bergman, from Primagem, and is an introduction to gemology. This blog provides you with general info and other "good to know" type tips that could, help you rule the local Tuesday Quizz, kidding, pave the road to more serious gemological studies.  The second one, A gem dealer's Journal, is more of a guide through the maze that the gem...

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How to buy a colored gem?

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How to buy a colored gem?

In today's world, where information is everywhere and in any form, finding the right type of knowledge is key to succeed. When it comes to purchasing colored gemstones, knowing how to buy and what to look for can make a big difference. Today, I will explain you how to make a smart purchase. Very much like with diamonds, you judge a gemstone according to these four criterion: Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat weight. Then come an extra two: treatment and origin. First came the cut: Cutting is what gives the stone its shape, therefore, it has a very high incidence...

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Madagascar Emerald

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Madagascar Emerald

Today we will talk about the one gem I had sworn to never touch and yet, is increasingly present in Asia Lounges' collections! I am talking about the rare gem variation of green beryl known as emerald.  The stone itself is legendary, birthstone for May and often used in astrology to honor Taurus, Gemini and sometimes even Cancer. This gem is often carved to honor the gods. As such, India's goddess Meenakshi is traditionally represented by an emerald idol as well as numerous Buddha idols all over Asia.  So, if this gemstone is so prized by gods and human alike, why...

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Mozambique Grape Garnet

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Mozambique Grape Garnet

The garnet family is hardly a newcomer in the gem trade. Used since ancient times, it is only recently that it has been on the rise from a trading standpoint. The immense variety of colors and trade names that the garnet family possesses has been a blessing for traders.   Garnets, in general, can be found virtually anywhere. Gem quality garnet on the other hand is a different animal altogether. Much rarer and in increasing demand, their prices are skyrocketing and big sizes extremely difficult to obtain. Most garnets fall under three categories or mix of these: Almandine, Pyrope, Spessartine....

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