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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.

June’s birthstone: Pearl

June’s birthstone: Pearl

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...

Jun 4, 20192 min read

June’s birthstone: Alexandrite

June’s birthstone: Alexandrite

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....

Jun 1, 20192 min read

A whirlwind History of Indian Jewellery

A whirlwind History of Indian Jewellery

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...

May 14, 20192 min read

May’s birthstone: Emerald

May’s birthstone: Emerald

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...

May 1, 20192 min read

Why I’m standing firm on gemstone scams

Why I’m standing firm on gemstone scams

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...

Apr 23, 20192 min read

5 Top Tips to buying at Gem Shows

5 Top Tips to buying at Gem Shows

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...

Apr 11, 20192 min read

April’s Birthstone: Diamond

April’s Birthstone: Diamond

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...

Apr 1, 20192 min read

Consumer Rights

Consumer Rights

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...

Mar 15, 20193 min read

March birthstone: Aquamarine

March birthstone: Aquamarine

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...

Mar 1, 20192 min read

Who is author Kim Rix – Part 3

Who is author Kim Rix – Part 3

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....

Feb 21, 20193 min read

Romantic Gemstone?

Romantic Gemstone?

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...

Feb 14, 20192 min read

Who is author Kim Rix – part 2

Who is author Kim Rix – part 2

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...

Feb 7, 20193 min read

February birthstone: Amethyst

February birthstone: Amethyst

February birthstone: Amethyst

If you’re feeling guilty about falling off the wagon now that dry January is over, then the February birthstone, amethyst, might just be...

Feb 1, 20192 min read

Who is author Kim Rix – part 1

Who is author Kim Rix – part 1

Who is author Kim Rix – part 1

Who is the Author? Over the next few weeks I will tell you a bit about myself and why I am writing the Gemstone Detective series. Who is...

Jan 30, 20193 min read

USA itinerary

USA itinerary

USA itinerary

I’m hugely excited about my USA itinerary. I leave on the 27th January 2019 returning on 7th March 2019. Once I have picked up my car in...

Jan 24, 20192 min read

It’s Publication Day!

It’s Publication Day!

It’s Publication Day!

Publication day has finally arrived. Hallelujah, let’s rejoice! Publication Day means, that the process of printing and distributing is...

Jan 22, 20191 min read

Discover Sri Lanka's Hidden Gem: An Honest Book Review of Buying Gemstones and Jewellery

Discover Sri Lanka's Hidden Gem: An Honest Book Review of Buying Gemstones and Jewellery

Discover Sri Lanka's Hidden Gem: An Honest Book Review of Buying Gemstones and Jewellery

I am delighted to have received yet another Netgalley reader review for Buying Gemstones & Jewellery in Sri Lanka. Thank you to the...

Jan 17, 20193 min read

The Evolution of the Diamond Engagement Ring: From Ancient Times to Modern-Day Proposals

The Evolution of the Diamond Engagement Ring: From Ancient Times to Modern-Day Proposals

The Evolution of the Diamond Engagement Ring: From Ancient Times to Modern-Day Proposals

Valentine’s day is not far off and here in the Northern hemisphere we’re preparing for ice – of the diamond engagement ring variety! ...

Jan 14, 20192 min read

January’s birthstone: Garnet

January’s birthstone: Garnet

January’s birthstone: Garnet

The birthstone for January is garnet, which most of us think of as a deep red gemstone. But did you know that garnet is not only mined in...

Jan 14, 20192 min read

Beach holiday overdue?

Beach holiday overdue?

Beach holiday overdue?

It’s no surprise that people start looking for their dream beach holiday in the dark, cold weeks after Christmas. This year, I’ve seen...

Jan 8, 20192 min read

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