The jewelry market is filled with lab created gemstones that deliver amazing clarity and color at a much lower price than their naturally made counterparts. Lab created emeralds, diamonds and opals have made stunning gemstone jewelry more accessible. At the same time, people who want naturally created gemstones have growing concerns about how they can tell the difference between...
Regular readers already know that while we love fine jewelry of every description, at Anderson-Beattie we have a special affection for opals. That means we also have a special affinity for October ... and it has nothing to do with Pumpkin Spice. October is the month of opals. opal is October's original birthstone as laid out by the 1870 poem...
If you want to invest wisely when it comes to building a jewelry collection, you’ll begin by buying pieces featuring opal gemstones. No doubt, this will come as no surprise to regular readers. There’s no denying a definite affinity for opals here. But personal preferences aside, this isn’t just about opinions. There are plenty of solid reasons why opals are...
Jewelry sets are a great way to establish a collection of fine jewelry right off the bat. Sets also work as the jewelry equivalent of the ‘little black dress’ since they become versatile, flexible pieces the minute they are incorporated into your jewelry collection. We offer a number of sets that were developed with different styles – and different needs...
When people think about how to invest their money when it comes to jewelry, they aren’t usually thinking about resale value. An investment in fine jewelry isn’t like an investment in stocks, bonds or even other forms of collectibles and loose gemstones. No, the investment people make in their jewelry collection is more than simply a financial one – it’s...
Over the years I've developed a true passion for opals. After being in the industry so long, it's interesting to look back and see how my own knowledge and techniques have evolved. For many years, I had only been purchasing Australian Opals from Rodney Beattie and, until recently, I've never seen what other opal cutters finished products looked like. Wow...
Boulder opals have been growing in popularity over the years and many customers approach me with questions about these amazing stones. I enjoy talking to people about opals and so I've developed a few commonly asked questions to help our readers better understand these amazing opal gemstones. What makes an opal a "Boulder Opal"? Sometimes people think the name 'boulder...
What is the best thing about opal gemstones you ask? Well, come to think of it, I’m spoilt for choice here! Opal gemstones are not just any gemstones, these are serious precious and highly sort after gems; people hold them very dearly. Maybe the best thing about opal gemstones is that they have an amazing explosion of color that is...
