Stones and Jewelry Blog

Enhancements in Gemstones

Posted by BarlowsGems on 20th May 2023

First off you may ask what is a gemstone enhancement? An gemstone enhancement is any process, other than cutting and polishing, th

Posted by Barlows Gems on 18th Apr 2023

Are you ready to start working with Unique and High Quality stone cabochons? Today the mainstream jewelry world has come a long way.

Posted by Barlows Gems on 15th Dec 2019

So are you coming to the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show 2020? Thousands of dealers and buyers from all over the world flock to the sma

Posted by Barlows Gems on 22nd Nov 2019

What is a jewelry setting or jewelry mounting? A “ jewelry setting” is a piece of jewelry, usually made of metal, that is complete-

Posted by Barlows Gems on 21st Oct 2019

Jewelry findings are jewelry making supplies that aren’t settings, or stones. In historical times jewelers had to hand make all

Posted by Barlows Gems on 27th Sep 2019

Guide to Metals Used in Designer Jewelry Making - Part 4 - Base Metals Non-precious metals are called Base Metals in jewelry. Thou