Bring it to Life with high quality single stones, matched pairs, and suites from Gem 2000. Great selection of fine lively Tsavorite singles in a vibrant range of desirable shades of green. All super well cut and clean with many great matched pairs to choose from. For over 27 years, Gem 2000 has been importing fine gems from all world sources in a large range of materials, offering exceptional service and expertise to our customers.

The mother of all pearls! World's largest natural pearl found by accident could fetch £250,000 when it goes under the hammer
Daily Mail
People often think they might have valuable odds and ends lying around the house. But one lucky unsuspecting punter was left stunned when her earrings were found to contain an incredibly rare pearl. And it could reach up to a quarter of a million pounds when it goes up for auction. MORE

The 10 Best Pieces in the Christie's Magnificent Jewels Sale
Vanity Fair
We spend a lot of our working hours looking at some of the most impressive jewelry out there, and our hearts still skipped a beat when we realized the Christie's Magnificent Jewels auction was around the corner - April 16, to be exact. Here are 10 highlights to look for in next week's sale. MORE

Blue Book
Tiffany & Co. – AGTA Member
Tiffany's celebrated Blue Book, the jeweler's annual publication that showcases the latest and most spectacular jewels in all their glamour and brilliance, has been arriving in customers' mail boxes since 1845. It is the first mail order catalogue to be distributed in the U.S. Over time the book has evolved from line drawings to glossy photographs and its cover from navy blue to Tiffany Blue®, the distinctive robin's-egg blue that famously graces the jeweler's boxes and shopping bags. This vibrant hue has become an international symbol of quality and sophistication. MORE

PGI taps designer to promote platinum
National Jeweler
Platinum Guild International announced that it is partnering with designer Monique Lhuillier to promote the metal across a number of mediums. Through the partnership, Lhuillier will speak to the advantages and qualities of platinum and why it was her metal of choice. MORE

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See Jenny McCarthy's Giant Yellow Sapphire Engagement Ring From Fiancé Donnie Wahlberg!
E Online
Jenny McCarthy's engagement ring is massive! After announcing that beau Donnie Wahlberg had proposed to her on today's episode of The View, the 41-year-old talk show host showed off her giant yellow sapphire engagement ring while getting a luxurious Sally Hansen manicure in NYC. McCarthy, who was understandably all smiles, flaunted her square-cut yellow gem, which is surrounded by a border of smaller white diamonds. The blond beauty opted for a pink manicure to balance the impressive color of her bling. MORE

10 Rules Every Business Must Know BEFORE Posting Any Social Media Content
Business 2 Community
Emotional intelligence is essential when creating relevant and engaging social media content. The formula for social media marketing success must include showing your fans and followers that you genuinely care about them. Focus on starting and joining conversations, not advertising your services. Many people suggest the 80/20 rule: 80% of your content should be personable and engaging, with only 20% of it being self-promoting. This might even be high, and perhaps you should even aim for 90/10. MORE

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