Ten essential tips for buying gemstones and jewellery.

Expert knowledge about watermelon tourmaline.

Here are my top recommendations for family days out in England, Scotland and Wales.

We may not be one of the world’s bigger countries, but there are certainly plenty of reasons to visit Britain for your holiday.

What gemstones look like diamonds? Here's my pick of the gemstones that look most like diamonds,

When the shops fill up with pink, red and purple, you know that Valentine’s Day is nearly upon us. Instead of chocolates or flowers, why...

They’re probably some of the diamond world’s most famous and sought-after gemstones, but what’s so special about Argyle pink diamonds?...

With Valentine’s Day only a few weeks away, loved-up couples everywhere are beginning their search for the perfect diamond engagement...

Lockdown has eased and I think we could all use some gemstones for optimism! The year’s end is often a time to reflect on the past 12...

Thinking about my 2020 Year in Review: It’s been a roller-coaster ride of mixed emotions. The first few months of lockdown felt like an...

Since the death of Prince Albert on this day in 1861, jet has been associated with mourning jewellery worn by Queen Victoria.

Five types of traveller. Which one are you? Experience Hunter, Memento collector or someone who likes taking photos - the happy snapper?

I wonder how many UK gemstone enthusiasts, jewellers and collectors know just what treasures can be found in Scotland’s beautiful landscape!

Today is National Adoption Day 2020 UK, traditionally celebrated on the Saturday before the U.S. holiday of Thanksgiving.  So, what makes...

What do you check for when buying a quality gemstone? What is a good quality gemstone?

There are countless reasons to visit Vietnam, so I can’t wait for April 2021, when I’ll be leading a gemstone tour in this fascinating...

Calling all gold diggers: Did you read about the two lucky gold hunters who last month unearthed a pair of enormous gold nuggets in...

As today is Indigenous People’s Day in the US, it seems like the perfect time to take a closer look at Turquoise—a gemstone precious and...

You may have heard that there’s gold in them thar (Welsh) hills, but did you know that Welsh gold has adorned the ring finger of every...

What are the essential items to take gemstone hunting? Here are my top ten essential items to take gemstone hunting