Latest Gemstone Blogs - Gem Bleu

  Sapphires have been treasured for their unrivaled beauty, durability and mythological shielding abilities, throughout history. They are traditional gems that have long been worn for protection, dignity, and knowledge. They also represent heaven, divinity and endless life.  A September born should consider themselves fortunate to have the incomparable sapphire as their birthstone. This magnificent gemstone is coveted for its fascinating history, its many metaphysical properties and its bold blue hues. So, whether sapphire is your birthstone or that of a loved one, celebrate the month with a radiant ring from our collection. Here is a selection of  Gem Bleu's  top 4 exquisite sapphire rings that will make the month so much more dazzling: - Scintillating Sapphire Ring Elegant, stylish and contemporary, the dazzling centerstone of this ring gives it a signature royal touch. This beautiful  sapphire ring , embedded with round diamonds and set in glimmering 14k two-...

  Diamonds are formed under extreme temperatures and pressure, a process with compelling significance to the strength and solidarity a couple must possess in their journey from engagement to marriage. The gem’s final brilliance is a symbolic representation of how beautiful a couple can be as they wither difficulties and grow in strength. No wonder the  diamond engagement ring  is such a popular symbol of love and togetherness.  Let’s get to know this apt piece of jewelry a little better by understanding it’s anatomy: - The Head  This is what holds the gemstone. As seen in our gorgeous  2 CT yellow diamond engagement ring , for instance, the center stone, a cushion cut diamond, is surrounded by round diamonds worth 1.25 TCT. A couple of marquis  flower designs are daintily positioned  at two corners of the design, over the center stone that’s surrounded by two  halos  of white diamonds.  The Gallery  The gallery is the portion o...

  Gembleu celebrates the month of July by throwing light on the exquisiteness of the Ruby, that is symbolic of the sun.The Ruby is also the birthstone for the month of July and we wish all July-born a very happy birthday!  Origin  The word Ruby originated from ‘Ruber’ (Latin), which means Red. The stone went down in history as one of the most revered gemstones that upholds the virtues of fortitude and strength. Warriors often planted the stone under their skin to ward off evil, attain valor and earn victory.  The Properties  Rubies are composed of the corundum mineral - a form of Aluminum Oxide. The red pigment is a result of the aluminum atoms. Corundum determines the stone’s hardness, explaining exclusivity. This puts rubies at a solid 9 on the Mohs hardness scale. The ‘Pigeon Blood’ ruby is the most expensive ruby, owing to the intensity of its color. This particular variant is sourced from the mines in Burma. The ruby sourced from these mines are natural and...

  A good jewelry designer ensures that the gemstone is rendered with due importance while being securely set using the right amount of metal.   Gembleu  is known for its unmatched jewelry designs put together by passionate artisans who are meticulously particular about everything, especially the settings. Here is a quick dive into details that involve gemstones settings: - Bezel and Pave Setting  Consider our 3.83 TCT  aquamarine stud earrings  encrusted with 0.32 TCT diamonds. The aquamarine stone takes center stage, as the gemstone is set in 14K white gold that borders it. This setting is known as a Bezel setting. It is one of the oldest forms of gemstone settings. Some of the archeological revelations point out that this setting has been around since the advent of society. The setting is ideally used in engagement rings to secure a larger stone.  The diamonds that surround the aquamarine gemstone, on the other hand, are set on a pave setting. I...