See We only sell earth mined gems. Aquamarine, especially cut for us. 2.56 cwt. Natural Earth Mined . Light blue, minor inclusions. (Minor inclusions are not, as some think, always a bad thing. Inclusions, specific to a gem type, help a gemologist determine the authenticity of a gem. Man made gems are perfect.... but are not real earth mined gems and do not go up in value.... they can be produced in the millions! Supply and demand rules. Why Settle for Imitations? 11x8x6 mm.
The retail replacement figure is designed for bricks and mortar jewelers with high overheads. I used to supply jewelers, and bought gems in volume so I could sell to them at prices that allowed them to make a profit and still make a profit for myself.
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My selling price is determined by what I had to pay. The retail replacement figure is designed for bricks and mortar jewelers with high overheads. I used to supply jewelers, and bought gems in volume so I could sell to them at prices that allowed them to make a profit and still left a profit for myself. Many were purchased years ago. THIS IS A GENUINE EARTH MINED AQUAMARINE.
Aquamarine is the birthstone for those born in March. The name comes from the Latin for water of the sea, and was considered a good luck talisman by ancient sailors. it is said to have a calming influence and be good luck for the wearer, and is said to inspire truth. gem for those born in March.
NOTE: Supply and demand rules in true gem buying as in every other human investment.
Each earth mined gem is a unique work of art, unlike the lab produced stones that can be produced in unlimited quantities.
Some people will never understand why people buy an original work of art when they can buy a poster for next to nothing.
Earth mined gems are for those that do. Invest in quality.