Robinson's Jewelers Blog / Sapphire

Discover the latest trends, tips, and insights in the world of fine jewelry with Robinson's Jewelers' official blog. Dive deep into the mesmerizing realm of precious metals and gemstones. Whether you're a jewelry aficionado or seeking styling advice, our curated articles are here to enlighten and inspire.

Close-up comparison of heat-treated and natural sapphire stones showing color and inclusion differences.

How to Tell If a Sapphire Is Heat-Treated (Quick Visual Clues) - Your Guide to a Gemstone's Natural Story

So you've fallen in love with a stunning sapphire piece—maybe it's a bold ring or an el...
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A beautiful flat lay of autumn wedding gemstones including garnet, sapphire, citrine, and topaz rings nestled among fall leaves and pumpkins.

The Best Gemstones for Fall Weddings (Color Palette Guide): Your Secret to Seasonal Sparkle

Okay, let's be honest. When you picture a fall wedding, you see gorgeous colors—crimson...
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Close-up of various untreated natural gemstones including sapphire, ruby, and emerald in raw and polished states on a dark background.

Identifying and Valuing Untreated, Natural Gemstones: Your Guide to Earth's Rarest, Unaltered Treasures

So, you've fallen in love with a gemstone. It winks at you from a ring setting, sparkle...
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Close-up of a brilliant cut gemstone under a laboratory microscope, with light reflecting off its facets, symbolizing scientific analysis and beauty.

Tracing the Origin: How Geochemical Fingerprinting Works for Gemstones (And Why It's Like a Sci-Fi Movie for Your Jewelry)

Have you ever held a stunning ruby ring or a dazzling sapphire necklace and wondered ab...
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Colorful chart ranking the durability of popular gemstones for engagement rings like sapphire, ruby, morganite, and tanzanite

Colored Gemstone Engagement Rings: Durability Ranking Chart | The Ultimate Guide Before You Say Yes

Okay, let's be real for a second. You're dreaming about a stunning, unique engagement r...
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The transformative journey of a rough gemstone to a brilliantly cut and set piece of fine jewelry.

The Journey of a Gemstone: From Mine to Mount. Your Bling's Epic (and Dusty) Origin Story

Ever find yourself staring at a sparkly gemstone ring, wondering how on earth a rough, ...
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Close-up of a gloved hand placing a rare emerald into a secure, padded transport case inside a jewelry vault.

How Do Jewelers Secure Rare Gemstones During Transport? The Secret Mission You Never Knew About

Have you ever wondered how that stunning sapphire necklace or breathtaking emerald ring...
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A stunning collection of investment-grade colored gemstones including rubies, sapphires, and emeralds

The Economics of the Colored Gemstone Market: Why Some Stones Appreciate and Others Don't - A Sparkling Investment Guide

Have you ever wondered why your friend’s ruby ring might be worth more than your car, w...
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An exquisite collection of colored gemstone rings and jewelry showcasing rubies, sapphires, and emeralds from Robinson's Jewelers

What Are the Key Factors That Determine the Value of a Colored Gemstone? (The Sparkling Truth Revealed!)

Ever found yourself swooning over a stunning sapphire ring or gasping at the beauty of ...
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Colorful array of gemstones including rubies, sapphires, and emeralds showcasing nature's chemical artistry

The Science of Color: How Different Trace Elements Create a Gemstone's Color - Nature's Secret Recipe Revealed!

Have you ever found yourself completely mesmerized by the deep crimson of a ruby ring o...
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Close-up comparison of a natural sapphire and a lab-created sapphire under a jeweler's loupe

Can a Jeweler Tell if a Sapphire is Lab Created? The Sparkling Truth Revealed

So, you’re admiring a stunning sapphire piece, its deep blue hue calling to you, when a...
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A stunning collection of royal blue sapphire jewelry including rings, necklaces, and earrings from Robinson's Jewelers.

The Royal Blue: The Story of the Sapphire - More Than Just a Pretty (Really, Really Pretty) Face

Let’s be honest, when you think of a sapphire, your mind probably goes straight to a ce...
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Blue sapphire gemstone jewelry showing ancient and modern pieces

The Story of Sapphire: From Ancient Beliefs to Modern-day Scientific Uses

What if I told you that the sapphire ring on your finger might have once been ground in...
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Opulent Mughal style jewelry featuring intricate gold work, emeralds, rubies, and pearls on dark velvet

The Jewels of the Mughal Empire: The Rich and Intricate Jewelry of Ancient India - A Treasure Trove That Would Make Any Modern Magpie Swoon

Let’s be real, we’ve all had moments of pure, unadulterated jewelry envy. Maybe it was ...
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A stunning collection of investment-grade gemstones including ruby, sapphire, emerald, and diamond jewelry from Robinson's Jewelers.

Investment Gemstones: Which Stones Hold (or Increase) Their Value Over Time? (Spoiler: It's Not Your 401k)

Let’s be real, the stock market can be about as predictable as a toddler on a sugar rus...
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A stunning collection of sapphire, emerald, and ruby rings and bracelets arranged elegantly for a bride's something blue, green, and red.

Something Blue (and Green, and Red): Incorporating Colorful Gemstones into Your Wedding.

For generations, brides have clung to the charming old rhyme: Something old, something ...
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Adventurous gemstone mining in remote locations for rare rubies, emeralds, and diamonds

The Most Dangerous Places to Mine Gemstones: A Thrilling Journey for the World's Rarest Treasures

Ever wondered what it takes to get that stunning ruby ring on your finger? Spoiler aler...
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Rare gemstones including tanzanite, alexandrite, and ruby displayed on velvet

Why Some Gemstones Are Suddenly Going Extinct: The Shocking Truth Behind These Vanishing Treasures

Picture this: You're scrolling through our stunning jewelry collection, dreaming of you...
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Close-up of a sparkling sapphire being tested with a diamond tester

Does Sapphire Show Up On A Diamond Tester? The Sparkling Truth Revealed!

Ever found yourself staring at a stunning sapphire ring, wondering if it could pass as ...
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Colorful assortment of sapphire, ruby, and emerald gemstones in various jewelry settings

Meet the Gemstones: A Guide to Sapphires, Rubies, Emeralds & More

Gemstones have captivated humanity for centuries with their dazzling colors, unique pro...
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