Historic 26.2-Pound 'Boot of Cortez' Gold Nugget Returns to Auction Block

One of the most famous gold nuggets ever discovered is heading back to the auction block for the first time in nearly two decades — and experts believe it could bring as much as $7 million. Known as the "Boot of Cortez," the spectacular gold... Read more

May 20, 2026

Rare Inchiquin Emerald Combines Noble Provenance and Victorian Ingenuity

A remarkable Victorian-era jewel with royal Irish roots and a museum-worthy emerald has resurfaced at Hancocks London, offering collectors a... Read more

May 19, 2026

Scientists: Ruby-and-Sapphire Storms Swirl Across Distant Exoplanet HAT-P-7b

Imagine gazing into the night sky of a distant world where shimmering ruby and sapphire crystals swirl through hurricane-force winds. Tha... Read more

May 18, 2026

The Ocean Dream Sets Blue-Green Diamond Record in 20-Minute Bidding War

A mesmerizing diamond once described as a “unicorn” of the gem world has just made auction history. The legendary Ocean Dream... Read more

May 15, 2026

Music Friday: White Diamonds Shine Bright in Taylor Swift's 'Elizabeth Taylor'

Welcome to Music Friday, when we feature songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, Taylor Swift draws ... Read more

May 14, 2026

1,500-Year-Old Gold Sword Ornament Unearthed Near Norway’s Historic Hove

Hidden beneath the roots of a long-fallen tree in Norway’s Austrått district, a glittering piece of gold has emerged from the ea... Read more

May 13, 2026

Grieving Mom Discovers 3.09-Carat Gem at Arkansas' Crater of Diamonds Park

For Pennsylvania resident Keshia Smith, a long-planned trip to Arkansas’ famed Crater of Diamonds State Park became something far more... Read more

May 12, 2026

Discovery of 11,000-Carat Ruby Bolsters Mogok's Place in Gemstone History

A massive ruby weighing 11,000 carats has been unearthed in Myanmar’s legendary Mogok region, a discovery gem experts are already call... Read more

May 11, 2026

Rare Jadeite Necklace Could Challenge World Record at Christie's Hong Kong

Christie’s Hong Kong is preparing to offer one of the most important jadeite jewels seen at auction in more than a decade — and ... Read more

May 8, 2026

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 ... 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

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