Latest Gemstone Blogs - Gem Bleu

The concept of photography came into being in 1837 when Joseph Nicephore Niepce and Louis Daguerre invented the Daguerreotype photographic process. Patents were purchased by the French government in 1839, officially marking the occasion as World Photography Day.   The Initial Hitch The Daguerreotype photographic equipment was expensive and criticized for its lack of portability. Keeping these factors in mind Eastman Kodak invented the camera, making photography more accessible to ordinary people. During the turn of the 19th century, modern photography and advertisements went hand-in-glove, giving rise to product photography and then some. From landscapes and portraits to cars, fashion, food, and, of course, jewelry, photography has become an integral part of our modern-day lives  Jewelry Photography Jewelry photography is an inevitable arm of product photography. Capturing  high-end luxury jewelry  in a photograph is an art in itself. But to capture the beauty a...

Every wedding anniversary is a new chapter in your book of togetherness and jewelry has always been an ideal present to signify that bond. Each wedding anniversary year has been associated with a unique gemstone, while silver and golden anniversaries, 25th and 50th respectively, are common, there is quite a long list of gemstones that complement other marriage milestone years. Listed below are relevant anniversaries and the gemstones related to each: - Diamond - For a sparkly 10th & 60th When you‘re celebrating 10 years of marriage, it could be considered your first big milestone. There is nothing as royal as the diamond to commemorate the day. Gift your partner something enchanting, like our  diamond bracelet  that can be treasured forever. And when you reach your 60th, the diamond still remains significant, as a strong, bright, and glorious commemoration of your time together. Visit our website for a gorgeous diamond collection that also includes more designs for  d...

Gemstones have always been coveted, for their rarity, value, history, and even thanks to their intriguing background, should they have one. While some adorn them in the form of jewelry, others are merely captivating in their natural form or when cut and polished to perfection.  In essence, gemstones are of two types - precious and semi-precious. At  GemBleu , while we believe that every gem is exceptional, we do understand that this umbrella grading is widely accepted as a clear distinction. Allow us to elaborate: - Precious Stones Gems are considered ‘precious’ because of their rarity and the deep beauty of their colors. But only 4 gemstones are actually given the credence of being considered Precious - Diamonds, Sapphires, Rubies, and Emeralds. Their hardness and resistance to abrasions is yet another reason why they have the title bestowed.   Here are some examples, from our collection, to help cement the concept about these precious stones. Sophistication is our ...

The emerald has been around and cherished since 1330 BC. It is believed that this was when the first emerald mine was found in Egypt. Apart from a splendid historical past, the gemstone has much more to offer. The precious stone is known to help calm emotions, and offer inspiration, patience, and wisdom to its wearer.  The rich green hue, the brilliance when set in jewelry, and the unique inclusions in each stone make it an ideal gift for anyone you love, especially for Christmas. The holidays are the perfect time for thoughtful gifts such as jewelry from  GemBleu’s  splendid emerald collection and we’ve listed a few great options here; take a look at some of our most stunning emerald designs: - Oval opulence The oval-cut gem shines bright in our mesmerizing  emerald pendant necklace . The centerpiece features a prong setting for the gem, with sparkling round-cut diamonds surrounding it. The pendant also has a bezel setting for the diamonds that secure it to a stylis...