The Gemmology Journal

Australia's Sapphire Fields: Inverell, Anakie _ Ministry of Gems
Australia's Sapphire Fields: Inverell, Anakie and the Basalt Belt
From NSW's Inverell to Queensland's Anakie gemfields — where Australian sapphires come from, why the basalt makes them special, and what colours to expect. Read more...
Anna Lulinkova, Ministry of Gems FGAA-qualified gemmologist, inside one of our Ceylon sapphire mines
Ratnapura and the Gem Fields of Sri Lanka: Inside the City of Gems
Two thousand years of sapphires from the illam gravels of Ratnapura — described first-hand by a family that mines there. History, methods and why Ceylon endures. Read more...
Ceylon Sapphires by Ministry of Gems
Sapphire Meaning: September's Birthstone and the Stone of Wisdom
Wisdom, loyalty and royal protection: what the sapphire has meant across two thousand years — and why September's birthstone remains the gem of promises. Read more...
Jewellery Care by Ministry of Gems
How to Clean and Care for Sapphire Jewellery
Warm soapy water, a soft brush, and a few habits that keep a sapphire brilliant for generations — plus what to avoid. Practical care advice from our FGAA gemmologist. Read more...
Princess Diana Ceylon Sapphire Ring
Famous Sapphires: Stones That Made History
From the royal engagement ring the world knows by heart to the 563-carat Star of India — the legendary sapphires that shaped the gem's mystique. Most are Ceylon-born. Read more...
Anna Lulinkova, Ministry of Gems FGAA-qualified gemmologist, inside one of our Ceylon sapphire mines
How Sapphires Form: A 400-Million-Year Journey
From aluminium and trace metals under crushing heat and pressure to Ceylon's gem gravels — an FGAA gemmologist explains how nature makes a sapphire. Read more...
Sapphires_Ministry of Gems
Are Sapphires a Good Investment? A Gemmologist's Honest View
What actually makes a sapphire hold value — rarity, unheated status, origin and certification — and the honest limits every buyer should know. FGAA expert guide. Read more...
Jewellery_Ministry of Gems
Commissioning Bespoke Jewellery: How It Works (and Why It Costs Less Than You Think)
From first idea to finished piece — how commissioning bespoke jewellery works with a vertically integrated jeweller: choosing the stone, design, crafting, timeline. Read more...
Supply Chain_Ministry of Gems
From Our Mines to Your Hands: How a Sapphire Really Travels
From a Ceylon gem pit to a finished ring — every step of a sapphire's journey when one family controls the chain: mining, cutting, grading and crafting in-house. Read more...
London Blue Topaz_Ministry of Gems
London Blue Topaz: The Deep Teal Gem Everyone Asks About
London blue vs Swiss blue vs sky blue — what sets the deep teal topaz apart, what it costs, and how to wear it. Expert guide from our FGAA gemmologist. Read more...
Pearls by Ministry of Gems
Pearls: A Complete Guide to Nature's Only Grown Gem
Akoya, South Sea, freshwater — what makes pearls different from every other gem, what drives their value, and how to care for them. June birthstone guide. Read more...
Aquamarines_Ministry of Gems
Aquamarine: The Serene Blue Gem — Meaning, Value and Buying Guide
Aquamarine — March's birthstone and the ocean-blue member of the beryl family. Its meaning, what drives value, and how to choose one. FGAA expert guide. Read more...
Emerald Ring_Ministry of Gems
Emeralds in 2026: The Green Surge Explained
Emerald prices have climbed steeply into 2026 as vintage gold settings and rich greens dominate. What's driving the surge and how to buy an emerald wisely. Read more...
Mens Rings_Ministry of Gems
Men's Gemstone Rings: The 2026 Signet Revival
Sapphire, emerald and onyx signets are 2026's defining men's jewellery trend. How to choose and wear a men's gemstone ring — from a jeweller that crafts them in-house. Read more...
Coloured Gems_Ministry of Gems
Coloured Gemstones as Modern Heirlooms: What 2026's Market Shift Means for Buyers
Buyers worldwide are turning to natural coloured gemstones as tangible heirlooms. What's behind the 2026 shift — and how to choose a stone that lasts generations. Read more...
Gemmologist Ministry of Gems
How to Read a Gemstone Certificate: IGLC, GIA and What the Report Really Tells You
Species, origin, treatment, dimensions — what every line on a gem lab certificate means, why 'no thermal enhancement' matters, and the questions to ask before you buy. Read more...
Ruby Ring_Ministry of Gems
Rubies in 2026: Why Prices Are at Record Highs — and How to Buy One Well
Fine rubies reached record prices in 2026 — unheated stones now command 100–300% premiums. What's driving it, and how to buy a ruby wisely. FGAA expert guide. Read more...
Engagement Rings Types_Ministry of Gems
Engagement Ring Settings: A 2026 Guide (Bezel, Halo & More)
Explore 2026's engagement ring setting trends, from the surging bezel to halo, solitaire, three-stone and toi et moi, and find the right style for you. Read more...
Toi et Moi Rings_Ministry of Gems
Toi et Moi Rings: The Two-Stone Trend of 2026
Toi et moi rings are 2026's romantic two-stone trend. Discover their meaning, the best sapphire pairings, and why couples love this personal design. Read more...
Green Sapphire_Ministry of Gems
Green Sapphires: The Earthy Gemstone Trending in 2026
Green sapphires are trending in 2026. Discover their colours, value, how they differ from teal, and why they make a striking engagement ring choice. Read more...
Blue Sapphires_Ministry of Gems
Sapphire Colours: A Complete Guide to Every Hue
From blue and pink to yellow, teal, parti and padparadscha, explore every sapphire colour, what creates each hue, and how colour affects value. Read more...
Yellow Sapphire_Ministry of Gems
Yellow Sapphires: Meaning, Value and 2026 Trends
Yellow sapphires are trending in 2026. Explore their colours, value, meaning and Vedic astrology (Pukhraj), plus why they shine in engagement rings. Read more...
Pink Sapphire_Ministry of Gems
Pink Sapphires: 2026's Most Sought-After Sapphire
Pink sapphires are 2026's most sought-after gemstone. Discover their colours, meaning, value and why they're a top pick for engagement rings. Read more...
Engagement Ring_Ministry of Gems
Coloured Gemstone Engagement Rings: Why Couples Are Choosing Colour
Coloured gemstone engagement rings are 2026's biggest trend — nearly 40% of couples now choose colour over diamonds. Our FGAA gemmologist on the best stones and how to choose. Read more...