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Natural gemstones are marvelous bounties of Mother Nature. In its purest form, every natural gemstone is just a mineral flowing in the depths of the earth in liquid form until it hardens to rocks that are extracted from mines and later cut and polished to obtain glittering gemstones. 

This means that behind every natural gemstone, whether it is a loose ruby gemstone or a loose sapphire gemstone, there’s an unsung tale of formation, extraction and beautification. So, let us quote the journey of a gemstone from mine to a masterpiece of gemstone jewelry from scratch. 

Gemstone Formation

Every natural gemstone is formed as a result of the solidification of hot fluids due to intense heat and pressure deep inside the surface of the earth. This process is so slow that it takes millions of years just to form a chunk of rock in the earth’s crust or mantle. Since this is a continuous process, it’s believable that hot minerals are still bubbling thousands of feet under our feet, the effect of which is not felt on the surface.

Gemstone Mining

The next step is gemstone mining which involves the extraction of valuable rocks from the earth using traditional mining methods or modern industrial techniques. Now you know where the gemstones for your natural gemstone rings are sourced from. Yes, it is from mines and deposits from all over the world. During this process, gem-quality stones are mined in the best possible manner considering the geology of the location as well as the type and availability of the gem-quality minerals. 

Some of the common mining techniques are open-pit mining and underground mining. In the former, the stones are extracted from large pits or holes dug in the ground while in the latter case, tunnels are dug in the ground to reach the actual deposits.

 Gemstone Sorting & Grading

 Once the gem-quality rough stones are mined, they are thoroughly cleaned to remove dirt and impurities from them. After that, the stones are sorted using different sorting and grading methods. The aim is to evaluate and distinguish stones based on their quality features, including their color, clarity, size and estimated market value. Whether there are blue gemstones or yellow gemstones in question, the criteria for differentiation are almost the same in the case of color gemstones. However, the grading factors may be accessed differently in the case of white diamonds. 

Gemstone Cutting

Gemstone cutting is an art that involves preserving the carat of the rough stone while ensuring high brilliance. In this step, the rough stones are meticulously cut and polished by skilled artisans. The process is executed either using hand-cutting techniques or by using specialized equipment to obtain the desired cut or shape without compromising on the quality of the stones. By the end of this stage, we have a range of loose faceted gemstones, ready to conquer the jewelry world.

Gemstone Setting

Once polished gemstones are obtained, they are set in different jewelry styles and settings - colored gemstone rings, earrings, bracelets, pendants and brooches. Just like gemstone cutting, setting them in any piece of jewelry is also a matter of expertise. This is because the process involves securely placing each gemstone in the setting so that it does not come out and gives enough exposure to the gemstone to sparkle in the reflection of light. This ensures that each piece of jewelry promises an authentic specimen of craftsmanship whether it is pave, prong or bezel set.

Parting Thoughts

With a range of dazzling gemstones set in different forms of jewelry, GemsNY is all set to rule over the hearts of gemstone jewelry enthusiasts throughout the world. Whether you wish to buy birthday gemstones or plan to invest in fine jewelry, the brand strives to offer you a perfect jewelry motif that speaks volumes about your personality and preferences.