About Gemstones
Gems have captivated the attention of humans since the beginning of time. Their natural occurring beauty has intrigued many cultures from the earliest man and woman to the present. At Colonial Jewelers we LOVE gemstones… of all kinds! Imagine how amazing it is that Mother Nature has produced the most vibrant or delicate of colors that occur in gems around the world. Gems come in all spectrums of the rainbow and will continue to be a source of wonder and passion through the ages.
At Colonial Jewelers, we pride ourselves in only selecting well-cut gemstones in the finest hues and tones. We have two GIA Gemologists on staff who are trained in the intricate process of gem identification.
You can learn more about Gems, both their scientific characteristics and their history and legends by following our blogs. Or click on the gems below to learn more…
January – Garnet
February – Amethyst
March – Aquamarine
April – Diamond
May – Emerald
June – Pearl or Alexandrite
July – Ruby
August – Peridot
September – Sapphire
October – Opal or Tourmaline
November – Topaz or Citrine
December – Blue Zircon or Tanzanite
Be sure to check back periodically as we will continue to add more gems to our LEARN pages.
John (New Market, MD)
Shannon (Frederick, MD)