The Emerald is one of the four precious stones recognized across the globe; the others being Diamonds, Rubies & Sapphires. Prized over millennia by Kings, Pharaohs, (and Cleopatra); legend has it that emeralds had the power to protect its wearer from disease and also bestow the gift of wisdom, longevity and rebirth.

Anytime you talk diamonds; you hear of the 4Cs. Read on to demystify what these are and what you need to know to buy diamonds.

A Diamond is a natural material, each one unique with its characteristics and just like fingerprints.

Natural Rubies are among the most valuable gemstones in the world.

Like Sapphires, there are several lab-created and synthetic options, so you must ensure that your purchase has been verified to be authentic.

Sapphires are the second-hardest of all gemstones, second to the diamond on the hardness scale.