ABC of jewelry making
Here you will find an overview of the most important gemstones and materials for jewelry making.
A B C D E F G H I K L M N O P R S T U V W Z
A
Akoya pearls
Classic saltwater pearls with high quality and shine.
alexandrite
A rare color-changing stone that changes from green to red depending on the light source.
aluminum
A lightweight metal occasionally used for jewelry, often anodized for color effects.
amethyst
A violet quartz known for its calming effects.
Apatite
A phosphate-containing gemstone that often occurs in shades of blue and green.
Aquamarin
A blue gemstone from the beryl group, valued for its clarity and luminosity.
Azurite
A deep blue copper mineral gemstone, often combined with malachite.
B
amber
Fossil tree resin, often with insect inclusions and warm colors.
Bronze
An alloy of copper and tin that has a warm color.
C
Chrysoberyl
A gemstone with high hardness, known for its cat's eye effects.
Chrysopras
An apple-green gemstone from the quartz family, valued for its freshness and luminosity.
D
diamond
The hardest natural gemstone, known for its exceptional brilliance.
E
stainless steel
A robust and rust-proof metal used for modern jewelry.
G
Gold
A noble metal valued for its durability and beauty.
garnet
A deep red gemstone that represents passion and energy.
I
Iolite
A blue gemstone with a pleochroic effect, where the color changes depending on the viewing angle.
J
jade
A green to whitish gemstone, often associated with spiritual meanings.
K
Carbon fiber
A modern material appreciated for its light and resistant structure.
Ceramics
A scratch-resistant, lightweight material used for modern jewelry designs.
Keshi pearls
Natural, seedless pearls with irregular shapes.
coral
An organic material obtained from marine corals, often red or pink.
L
Labradorite
A grey-green stone with iridescent blue and green reflections.
Lapis Lazuli
A deep blue stone with golden pyrite inclusions, known since ancient times.
M
Mabé pearls
Half pearls that are cultivated on the inside of mussels.
malachite
A green-striped gemstone often used for decorative jewelry.
Brass
An alloy of copper and zinc, often used for costume jewelry.
Moonstone
A gemstone with a shimmering luster that often appears in delicate colors.
Morganite
A pink beryl valued for its soft and romantic color.
O
onyx
A black chalcedony often used for elegant jewelry.
opal
A gemstone with iridescent color reflections that shows different colors depending on the variety.
P
palladium
A lightweight precious metal often used as an alternative to platinum.
Peridot
A greenish-yellow gemstone known for its vibrant color.
Pearls
Organic gemstone obtained from the shell of pearl oysters.
platinum
A rare, durable precious metal with a natural white color.
R
Rhodium
A rare metal often used to coat white gold and silver.
Rhodochrosite
A pink to red gemstone with white streaks, valued for its vibrant color.
rose gold
Gold alloy with copper content, which produces a warm pink tone.
ruby
A red corundum symbolizes passion and power.
S
sapphire
A gemstone from the corundum family, usually blue but also available in other colors.
Black Pearls
Pearls with dark colors, often from Tahiti.
Silver
A classic precious metal valued for its flexibility and shine.
emerald
A green beryl known for its intense color and rarity.
Sunstone
A sparkling feldspar with orange-reddish inclusions.
Spinel
A gemstone that comes in various colors, often confused with rubies.
Sterling silver
A silver alloy containing 92.5% silver, often used for jewelry.
Freshwater pearls
Pearls that are cultivated in freshwater mussels and come in a variety of colors.
T
Tahitian pearls
Dark pearls from French Polynesia, known for their unique color.
Tanzanite
A rare blue to violet gemstone found exclusively in Tanzania.
Tantal
A rare, dark metal that is corrosion-resistant and extremely durable.
Tiger's Eye
A golden brown quartz with a silky shimmer.
titanium
A lightweight but very durable metal that is hypoallergenic.
Titanium steel
A mix of titanium and stainless steel for extra stability and corrosion protection.
topaz
A gemstone in various colors, especially sought after in blue and golden yellow.
Tourmaline
A versatile gemstone that comes in many colors, from pink to green.
W
white gold
A mixture of gold with palladium or nickel to produce a silver color.
Z
Zircon
A natural gemstone often used as an alternative to diamonds.
Citrine
A yellow-orange quartz that is considered a lucky stone.