Jewelry Glossary

Gemstones created in a lab, also known as synthetic stones, with exact chemical properties as the natural gems. For long term investment such as marriage, however, natural gemstones of high quality are a better deal because of their rarity; their value appreciates over time, whereas the price for a synthetic remains constant. The price may even drop over time, especially for factory-made synthetic gemstones. When choosing a wedding band or engagement ring the stone should be as pure as the bond of love, making diamonds the optimal choice.