Harold Van Pelt is known worldwide for taking illuminating photographs of gems and minerals. However, he’s not as well known for the delicate carvings he makes out of the precious rock. It’s a hobby ...

Stunning hand-carved treasure from Cartier, made from a single piece of stone. Includes original hand-tooled red box in perfect condition. A unique find, this stunning footed bowl was handmade in ...

When it comes to jewelry that does double duty as art, you really can't beat the beauty of a cameo. Some of the most valuable cameos are worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, and they feature ...

For Chinese people, agate symbolizes longevity and is said to elevate the mood, giving people confidence. In traditional Chinese medicine it was used to treat eye ailments by placing it on the eye ...

Known for their colors and patterns, collectors are often amazed at agates that turn up on Upper Peninsula lakeshores, with some known to be up to 20 pounds, according to the Michigan Department of ...

A remarkable collection of tiny carved animals hits the auction block on May 29, proving that Fabergé produced much more than ostentatious eggs. The famed Russian jewelry firm created a whole array of ...