SEMI PRECIOUS GEMSTONES
Semi Precious Gemstones are any gemstones that is not a diamond, ruby, emerald or sapphire. Calling a gemstone semi-precious does not mean it is less valuable than precious gemstones. Semi-precious gemstones are just usually more abundant (but there are a few exceptions). The value given to semi-precious gemstones depend largely on color, availably and quality. Because these gemstones typically have more sources, they are a good choice for larger, clean-eye stones and come in a rainbow of colors. Some semi-precious gemstones are not stones at all, but are made of organic material like amber, coral and pearl. This guide will reveal details about some of the most popular semi precious gemstones – garnet, peridot, amethyst, citrine, blue topaz, rhodolite, tsavorite, tourmaline, tanzanite, andesine, kyanite and aquamarine.