In the previous few issues, we have popularised the world’s recognized five gemstones (Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Chrysoberyl), so today we will talk about the classification of colored gemstone~~

⭐ Colored gemstone, is the general term for all gemstones except jade. They are prized for their unique color, luster and rarity. As the “new favorite” of jewelry market, colored gemstone is beautiful and has appreciation space ❗️

⭐ To be a gemstone, a mineral needs to meet three criteria: beauty, durability and rarity. Aesthetics are mainly concerned with color, gloss, and special optical effects such as metamorphosis, discoloration, or starlight. Durability requires that gemstones have high hardness and good chemical stability to maintain their shine and shine. Rarity is based on the mineral’s production and market demand.

⭐ There are many kinds of colored gemstones. How to classify them? The following are introduced from the two dimensions of value and color.

💎 Value classification

🌟 Precious stones: diamond, rubY, sapphire and emerald.
🌟 Semi-precious stones: spinel, morganite, tanzanite, aquamarine and tourmaline.
ps:(Semi-precious stones, as they are commonly known in the market, are colored gemstones other than the five major stones.)
🌟 Common gemstones: garnet, topaz.
🌟 Organic and inorganic gemstones: pearl, amber, beeswax.

💎 Color classification

💗 Red series gemstones：such as ruby, garnet and red tourmaline, are known for their vivid red color.
💗Pink gemstones: such as pink sapphire, tourmaline and spinel, showing a soft pink tone.
💙 Blue gemstones: such as sapphire, blue tourmaline and tanzanite, which attract people with their deep blue color.
💚 Green gemstones, such as emerald, green tourmaline, and chrome diopside, noted for their fresh or intense green color.
💛 Yellow/gold gemstones: such as topaz, chrysoberyl and yellow tourmaline, shine with warm light.
💜 Purple series gems: such as amethyst, purple spinel and purple tourmaline, with mysterious and noble purple.
🟠 Orange series gemstones: such as spessartine, zircon and fire opal, which attract people with their lively and warm orange color.

Each colored gemstone has its own unique charm, from soft pink to deep blue, from warm orange to mysterious purple. Understanding the classification of colored gemstones helps to better appreciate and identify these beautiful gemstones.