Posts Tagged ‘hue’

Gemology 101- How to Grade Colored Gems

Wednesday, June 9th, 2010

Finally, after much hard work and thought, we've launched, or rather relaunched our Mardon Colored Stone Grading System. Last year we posted most of this system along with our Gallery of Gems, but were never really satisfied with the format. Our excellent local internet consultants, Frye/Wiles, suggested a more internet-friendly way of presenting the system […]

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What is the Best Color for Blue Sapphire? Part 1

Thursday, September 3rd, 2009

Our clients often ask “What is the best color blue sapphire?” There are two answers– the obvious is that personal preference should dictate your color choice. Every person has unique abilities to perceive color, based on such things as age, health, culture and genetic gifts. Some people prefer light pastel colors, others prefer rich intense […]

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