Music Friday: Greenwood's Wife Has a 'Ring on Her Finger, Time on Her Hands'

Welcome to Music Friday when we feature songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, we revisit "Ring on Her Finger, Time on Her Hands," Lee Greenwood’s poignant 1982 country hit that uses the symbolism of a w... Read more

May 7, 2026

Two Extraordinary Blue Diamonds Illustrate How Size and Color Impact Value

Two extraordinary blue diamonds are set to headline the upcoming Magnificent Jewels auction at Christie's New York on June 9 — and tog... Read more

May 6, 2026

Aegina Island Excavation Unearths 3,500-Year-Old Gold Jewelry Treasure

A remarkable new discovery on the Greek island of Aegina is shedding fresh light on the artistry — and affluence — of Bronze Age... Read more

May 5, 2026

Modern Alchemy: Scientists Can Produce Gold in a Lab — But at What Cost?

For more than 2,000 years, the idea of turning base metals into gold has fascinated dreamers, mystics and scientists alike. What ancient alc... Read more

May 1, 2026

Music Friday: Gem Metaphors Illuminate Tale of Dwight Yoakam's Heartache

When Dwight Yoakam teamed up with Willie Nelson for the haunting duet “If Teardrops Were Diamonds,” he delivered a masterclass i... Read more

Apr 30, 2026

NRF Survey: Jewelry to Lead Record $38B Mother’s Day Spending in 2026

Jewelry is set to shine brightest this Mother’s Day, with consumers expected to spend a remarkable $7.5 billion on the category &mdash... Read more

Apr 29, 2026

Pakistan Makes Bold Move to Optimize $450B in Untapped Gemstone Wealth

Pakistan’s mountains have long whispered of hidden treasure — and now the country is making a serious bid to bring that wealth t... Read more

Apr 28, 2026

Las Vegas Diamond Arena Proposal Shines With Faceted, Gem-Inspired Design

In a city built on glitz and glamour, it takes something extraordinary to stand out. The proposed Las Vegas Diamond Arena aims to do just th... Read more

Apr 27, 2026

Ocean Dream Returns: Blue-Green Diamond Eyes $12.8M at Christie's Geneva

A gemstone once described as a "unicorn" in gemological circles is about to re-emerge on the global stage. The legendary "Ocean Dream" &mdas... Read more

Apr 24, 2026

Music Friday: 'Diamond in the Rough' Drives Nickelback's Timeless Love Anthem

Welcome to Music Friday, where we spotlight songs that sparkle with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the lyrics. Today’s featu... Read more

Apr 23, 2026

Antique Marquise-Cut Diamond Ring Stars in Josh Groban's Disney Proposal

Singer-songwriter Josh Groban chose one of the most magical places on Earth to pop the question — and the ring he presented to actress... Read more

Apr 22, 2026

Platinum Jewelry Is Gaining Ground as Soaring Gold Prices Shift Demand

Platinum — long overshadowed by its high-profile gilded counterpart — is making a powerful comeback in jewelry cases across the ... Read more

Apr 21, 2026

Lunar Treasures on Earth: Best Spots to Experience Authentic Moon Rocks

For gem and mineral lovers, the renewed excitement surrounding NASA’s Artemis-era lunar exploration is sparking a very earthly questio... Read more

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