Kim RixAug 11, 20212 minYou can be confident of buying wisely if you use these essential need to know tipsTen essential tips for buying gemstones and jewellery.
Kim RixJul 1, 20212 minWatermelon tourmaline: A juicy gemstone for summertime Expert knowledge about watermelon tourmaline.
Kim RixFeb 3, 20212 minThe perfect romantic gemstone for Valentine’s DayWhen 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...
Kim RixDec 14, 20202 minWhitby Jet: more than just a stone of griefSince the death of Prince Albert on this day in 1861, jet has been associated with mourning jewellery worn by Queen Victoria.
Kim RixSep 1, 20202 minGemstone for a 5th anniversary: sapphireCongratulations to all of you celebrating a 5th anniversary, the anniversary of sapphire! Symbolising love and fidelity, sapphire is a...
Kim RixAug 20, 20202 minGemstone Healing for relaxationHave you ever considered gemstone healing to help you relax? All aspects of everyday life, whether work stress, relationship drama or...
Kim RixJul 2, 20203 minGemstone Tour Etiquette and Ground RulesTravelling in a group can be an incredible and life-affirming experience as long as everyone understands group etiquette and...
Kim RixJun 18, 20202 minSix gemstones for Pride MonthJune is Pride Month, a month to celebrate LGBTQ+ communities all over the world, so let’s have a look at some gemstones that reflect the...
Kim RixJun 8, 20202 minWhy is coral so controversial?As today is World Oceans Day, it’s time to have a conversation about coral jewellery. What is coral and why is coral so controversial?...
Kim RixMay 30, 20202 min3rd anniversary gemstone: pearlGemstone for a 3rd Anniversary: Pearl Jackie Kennedy once said, “Pearls are always appropriate,” but this is particularly true if you’re...
Kim RixApr 21, 20202 min2nd anniversary gemstone: GarnetAll you January babies out there have garnet as your birthstone, but did you know that garnet is also the 2nd anniversary gemstone?...
Kim RixApr 7, 20202 min5 Gemstones to reduce stressWith Covid-19 making the world seem strange and a bit scary, I thought I’d put together a list of gemstones said to help create positive ene
Kim RixMar 19, 20203 minInternational Women’s Day 2020#Eachforequal on International Women’s Day 2020 – women in the gemstone world! The theme of this year’s International Women’s Day 2020 is...
Kim RixFeb 24, 20202 min5 Gemstones for MenGemstones for Men. Why should men be stuck with a simple metal band while women get to flash the sparklers?
Kim RixFeb 20, 20202 min5 Gemstones for a healthy petToday is National Love Your Pet Day so let’s talk about gemstones for a healthy pet. Afterall, nothing shows you love your pet more than...
Kim RixFeb 14, 20202 minThe alternative engagement ringWhy not make a stand-out statement this February the 14th with a ‘Love Yourself Ring’ instead of the traditional hearts and flowers. The...
Kim RixDec 3, 20192 minMogok and it’s gemstonesSince my visit in July 2019, Mogok has become one of my favourite travel destinations. After all, what gemmologist could resist...
Kim RixNov 19, 20192 minWhy you should get your kids into gemmology this ChristmasIf you’re buying for small people this Christmas, here’s a tip – get your kids into gemmology and you’ll be giving them a gift, not just...
Kim RixNov 19, 20192 minMogok gem buying tripI am delighted to announce that our inaugural ‘Gemstone Tours with the Gemstone Detective‘ is a Mogok gem buying trip. This gem buying...
Kim RixNov 5, 20191 minImperial Topaz Ma’amI am delighted to have been asked to be a guest speaker on the topic of Imperial Topaz at the launch of the Sustainable Jewellery...