How do I find out what my gems are worth?

A stone’s value is determined by its quality and size. This is stated, as a rate per carat. The rate per carat is then multiplied by the actual weight of the stone to give a selling price. Large or special stones have an additional premium value.

What is the most popular gem in China?

Diamond. Diamond is one of the most popular and most valued gemstones in the world. A large amount of this gem can be found in China. Diamonds have the highest percentage of hardness of any other natural material.

Are gemstones from China fake?

The simple answer is yes, there is a lot of misrepresentation and misleading information about beads from China and elsewhere. No, it’s not just beads from China that are enhanced or misrepresented. It’s not that simple. Enhancing or misrepresenting gemstones is not limited to Chinese suppliers.

What stone is very precious to the Chinese?

Jade has been mined in China since at least 6000 BC, being used for carvings, ceremonial weapons and ritual objects as well as jewellery. The extraordinary thing about Jade is that its value has scarcely changed over the years. Alongside the rarest Diamond colours, Jade is the world’s most expensive gem.

What crystals can you find in China?

Gemstones mined in China include Peridot, Agate, Bloodstone, Amber, Cinnabar, Corundum, Sapphire, Zircon, Diamond, Garnet, Nephrite, Jade, Turquoise and Opal.

How do I know if my gems are real?

While transparent and flawless gemstones are hard to find, look for any cracks, scratches, and black spots inside the gemstone before you zero in on your purchase. You can also consult a qualified gemologist to find out if the gem is natural or not.

Why is Gemporia so cheap?

We source directly from the mines where possible, meaning that we can keep our costs incredibly low. So a genuine gemstone which is sourced from the ground can be cut and polished and set into jewellery, then sold at a similar price to a piece of glass which has been tumbled out of a machine.

How do I start a gemstone shop in China?

If you want to find those consumers, you need to open a company to have a retail store. If you want to find jewelries manufacturers and dealers, you need to go to Guangzhou city, it is the largest semi-precious gemstones trade and cutting centers in China.

Where can I find information about gemstones?

Our Gemstone Encyclopedia has information on over 300 gemstones, from traditional and popular jewelry standards to collector’s stones that rarely appear for sale. Each entry has photos and detailed information about the gem’s properties. Entries for jewelry stones also have price guidelines and discussions of their most important value factors.

What is USA gemstone buyers Directory?

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Which country is the world’s largest consumer of gem stones?

China is the world’s largest consumer and buyer of gem stones. The jewelry industry in China is the world’s largest.