When shopping for gemstone jewellery online one of the first things to consider is whether the gemstone jewellery is created with genuine gemstones. Many jewellers, even many of the biggest jewellery brands, use artificial gemstones in their gemstone jewellery. When shopping for gemstone jewellery you should check that the jeweller provides a written guarantee that the gemstones used are genuine. The next factor to consider when purchasing designer gemstone jewellery is the type of gemstone you wish to own. As well as the household names such as Diamond, Emerald, Ruby & Sapphire there is a vast choice of gemstones available in every colour combination most of which are ideal for use in jewellery.

Each gemstone has different qualities making it suitable for certain jewellery designs. Diamonds are a very hard gemstone making them particularly suited to everyday wear. Opals are a very soft gem making them ideal for occasional wear or for everyday wear when set into certain jewellery styles.

When purchasing gemstone jewellery an important factor to consider is the value of the gem, both now and in the future. Gemstones which are readily available are unlikely to considerably appreciate in value over time however a high quality gem from a depleted or closed mine will almost certainly appreciate in value, often by up to 20% of its value annualy. One of a kind gemstones will also always hold their value and increase in value over time.

And finally, remember that the value of a gemstone is determined by its clarity, cut and carat weight. When shopping for gemstone jewellery be sure to check that you are comparing like for like.

Browse the Jenny Gutierrez collection of Gemstone Jewellery