The Sotheby’s Magnificent Jewels sale achieved £23.5m this month, with rare gemstones and white diamonds in high demand ...

Both stones had a yellowish green color ... Their provenance was reportedly Myanmar (Burma), and all tests were consistent with a Burmese origin. Interestingly, all known star peridots to date have ...

This vibrant yellowish green crystal in a faceted ruby from Myanmar was identified as vesuvianite. Photomicrograph by Nathan Renfro; field of view 1.20 mm. It is a pleasant surprise when a gemologist ...

From the sentimental reason for its creation to the symbolism behind the gemstones used, the Burmese Ruby Tiara is a fascinating addition to the royal jewelry collection. From the “cursed” strawberry ...

Jewelry auctions are in full swing for the holiday, and, in the spirit of the season, red-toned stones topped the lots for ...

Junta boss Min Aung Hlaing opened the Myanmar Gems Emporium at Mani Yadanar Jade Hall in the administrative capital on Monday. The fair will run until Nov. 27 with 4,800 lots of jade, 280 lots of ...

A rare glowing amethyst gem was found in a remote valley in Myanmar. Kyaw Min Hlaing and his friend discovered the purple precious stone in Mogok Valley, Thabeikkyin, on October 31.

Tying the precious stone to dispensable miners is a web of Burmese military-linked firms, Chinese companies, ethnic rebel commanders and drug kingpins wanted by the U.S. government. The stone of ...

A wave of mud and rock triggered by heavy rain engulfed those collecting stones, the fire service said. Myanmar is the world's biggest source of jade but its mines have seen numerous accidents ...

The auction on Thursday totaled $30 million, with strong demand for colored gemstones, white and colored diamonds and jewels ...

The announcement came the day after attacks on the town by the Myanmar junta’s air force, which caused the deaths of nine civilians and injuries to more than a dozen. The TNLA’s announcement included ...