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Gemstone Detective Blog
Want to learn from an expert? This gemstone blog is run by gemmologist, Kim Rix, to impart all the knowledge she has learnt since 2015. Her goal has been to spread lessons she learnt the hard way and simplify the world of gemstones for others. Additionally, as a photographer, author and solo traveller she has much to offer her audience in terms of wisdom. This blog is an aggregate of just that.
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Kim Rix
Sep 5, 20192 min read
September’s birthstone: Sapphire
September’s birthstone is sapphire. If you’re a September baby, then lucky you – regal and stylish, there’s a variety of this gorgeous...
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Kim Rix
Aug 29, 20191 min read
Jewellers’ Networking Event
Invited by Max Ginsberg, founder of the jewellers’ networking group, Jewellery and Watch Industry Network in London, I will be speaking...
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Kim Rix
Aug 15, 20194 min read
Thundereggs in Deming, NM
I’ve often said that the gemstone trade is not just about the gems themselves, but about the people who mine, treat, facet, set and sell...
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Kim Rix
Aug 6, 20192 min read
August’s birthstone: Peridot
Peridot is not as well known as some gemstones, despite being August’s birthstone and the gemstone for a 15th wedding anniversary. I...
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Kim Rix
Jul 18, 20193 min read
India’s talented high-end jewellery designers
India is home to some of the world’s most talented high-end jewellery designers. It’s hardly surprising that India boasts so much...
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Kim Rix
Jul 11, 20192 min read
Minakari and Kundan Meena Jewellery
Minakari is the beautiful traditional art of ornamenting the surface of metal with brilliantly coloured enamels in elaborate and...
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Kim Rix
Jul 2, 20192 min read
July’s birthstone: Ruby
July’s birthstone and the traditional gemstone for a 40th anniversary, ruby is a gemstone synonymous with luxury. The name ruby comes...
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Kim Rix
Jun 13, 20192 min read
5 Popular Gem Cuts
Gem Cuts – what does your favourite gem cut say about you? The cut of a gemstone can refer to its shape, its cutting style or a mixture...
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Kim Rix
Jun 4, 20192 min read
June’s birthstone: Pearl
June’s birthstone Pearl and Alexandrite. The second of June’s birthstones is an organic gemstone—a description that applies to gemstones...
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Kim Rix
Jun 1, 20192 min read
June’s birthstone: Alexandrite
Lucky June babies have two gorgeous gemstones to choose from as June’s birthstone can be Alexandrite or pearl. June’s birthstone....
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Kim Rix
May 14, 20192 min read
A whirlwind History of Indian Jewellery
To celebrate today’s launch of Buying Gemstones and Jewellery in India, I’m going to give you a whirlwind introduction to the history of...
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Kim Rix
May 1, 20192 min read
May’s birthstone: Emerald
May’s birthstone, emerald, is synonymous with the lush, rich greens seen all around us at this lovely time of year, when Spring is at its...
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Kim Rix
Apr 23, 20192 min read
Why I’m standing firm on gemstone scams
I always knew that my Gemstone Detective series could be controversial – after all not everyone wants to acknowledge that gemstone scams...
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Kim Rix
Apr 11, 20192 min read
5 Top Tips to buying at Gem Shows
Whether you’re a gemstone enthusiast, a jeweller looking for inspiration or simply curious about gemstones, gem shows are an amazing way...
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Kim Rix
Apr 1, 20192 min read
April’s Birthstone: Diamond
April’s birthstone – Springtime’s known as ‘the only pretty ring time’ so if you were born in April, make sure yours sports a diamond! De...
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Kim Rix
Mar 15, 20193 min read
Consumer Rights
What are my consumer rights when buying gemstones and jewellery? March the 15th, World Consumer Rights Day, is an important date for the...
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Kim Rix
Mar 1, 20192 min read
March birthstone: Aquamarine
March birthstone. Now March is here to chase away dull winter greys, what better gemstone to wear than March birthstone, aquamarine? As...
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Kim Rix
Feb 21, 20193 min read
Who is author Kim Rix – Part 3
I hope you were able to find a few minutes to read Who is the Author – Parts 1 & 2. This is the final Who is the Author Q&A blog post....
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Kim Rix
Feb 14, 20192 min read
Romantic Gemstone?
The perfect romantic gemstone for Valentine’s Day… When the shops fill up with pink, red and purple, you know that Valentine’s Day is...
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Kim Rix
Feb 7, 20193 min read
Who is author Kim Rix – part 2
I hope you enjoyed reading Who is the Author – Part 1. In this post, you will discover more about the book series. How would you describe...
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