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Gemstone Deep Dive: Striking Tiger’s Eye – And Our Beautiful Tiger’s Eye Beads!
With its captivating shimmer and earthy glow, Tiger’s Eye has long held a special place in the world of gemstone beads. Its chatoyant bands of gold, brown, and even blue seem to dance with the light, adding a dynamic energy to any design. Whether you're a jewellery artisan, spiritual healer, or collector, understanding the different types of Tiger’s Eye beads—natural and treated—helps you choose the perfect strand for your creations or shop inventory.
Quick Info About Tig
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24th Jun 2025
Understanding Gemstone Authenticity: Why Your Semi-Precious Gemstone Beads Don't Come with Individual Certificates
As a seller of beautiful gemstone beads, we often get asked if our beads come with authenticity certificates. It's a great question, and it shows you care about the quality and genuine nature of the gemstones you purchase. However, the answer for semi-precious gemstone beads is almost always "no," and for very good reason! Let's explain why.
What is a Gemstone Certificate?
A gemstone authenticity certificate is an official document issued by a reputable gemological laboratory (like GIA, IGI, or
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16th Jun 2025