When Jorge Mario Bergoglio became Pope Francis in 2013, he immediately signaled a new papal era — one rooted in humility, modesty and simplicity. Nowhere was this more evident than in his choice of the papal ring. Rather than commissioning an ornate, solid gold Fisherman's Ring as tradition dictated, Pope Francis opted for a recycled gold-plated silver ring — a …

Welcome to Music Friday when we spotlight songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the lyrics or title. Today, we’re visiting Gwen Stefani’s heartfelt track “Rare,” in which the pop icon compares her longtime partner — country superstar Blake Shelton — to a sparkling sapphire. Originally released in 2016 as the final track on her album This Is What …

In the world of gemology, few treasures rival the rarity and allure of a flawless diamond. But for entomologist Gianpiero Fiorentino, an equally thrilling find came not from the depths of the Earth, but encased in ancient fossilized tree resin: a 16-million-year-old “dirt ant” preserved in pristine Dominican amber. “Dirt ants are rare finds in the wild,” says Fiorentino, a …

The average amount US consumers are spending on bridal/engagement jewelry has increased to $5,493 in 2025, up 2% from 2023, according to new research released by The Plumb Club. According to the survey, quality leads the way in purchase decisions, outperforming traditional motivators, such as price, design, uniqueness or even brand. The study revealed a notable shift in what drives …

The jewelry world is buzzing over a breathtaking new ring reveal, and it comes courtesy of one of sports and social media’s most glamorous couples. Haley Cavinder — college basketball standout, influencer and one half of the internet-famous Cavinder twins — said “yes” to Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson in a romantic beachside proposal that radiated major fairytale energy. …

When Garden City, ID, resident Noelle Storey accidentally flushed her 3-carat marquise-cut diamond engagement ring down the toilet, the newlywed's hopes of ever seeing it again seemed to swirl away with it. But thanks to the unwavering determination of plumber Dylan Arteaga of Plumbing Solutions of Idaho, what could have been a heartbreaking loss turned into a powerful story of …

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you fabulous songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, country music star Cody Johnson reminds us to make the most of every moment with loved ones in his 2021 hit, "'Til You Can't." Reminiscent of Harry Chapin's "Cat's in the Cradle (1974)," Johnson's ballad deals with the …

A mixed bag of geo-political and economic factors helped drive the price of gold to an all-time high of $3,350 per ounce yesterday, reflecting a remarkable 25% increase since the start of the year. Heightened geopolitical instability, particularly ongoing tensions between the US and China, has rattled investors. With growing restrictions on trade — such as US bans on exporting …

All eyes will be on "The Golconda Blue" on May 14 as the largest fancy vivid blue diamond ever to appear at auction goes under the hammer at Christie's Magnificent Jewels sale in Geneva. Weighing in at 23.24 carats, this exceptional and historic stone carries a pre-sale estimate of $35 million to $50 million and is poised to rival the …

Russian mining giant Alrosa recently revealed the “New Sun,” a radiant, 100-plus-carat, fancy vivid yellow diamond that now ranks as the largest polished colored diamond ever produced in Russia. With its rich honey-golden hue and flawless proportions, this gem is the end product of a journey that began in August 2020, deep within the permafrost of Yakutia, at the Ebelyakh …