In the world of jewelry, opal inhabits a space reserved for few gems. It is classified as a “mineraloid” because it lacks crystal in its mineral makeup. It doesn’t sparkle or glitter, like most ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I am the founder of La Patiala, the luxury encyclopedia. Opals are some of the most unique gemstones on Earth. They range from ...

We take a close-up look at the latest high jewelry from Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, and more that marry vivid gems ...

Once maligned, the Australian gemstones have become much prized, fuelled by scarcity and a growing obsession among high-jewellery houses and collectors. Reason to smile: Starry Starry Night Cocktail ...

You’d better believe I zoomed in to get a closer look at this necklace on Lucy Liu, worn to the fifth annual gala at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles recently.