Popular Types of Colored Stone Jewelry and Their Value

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Colored gemstone jewelry adds elegance, personality, and vibrancy to any collection. From deep blue sapphires to fiery red rubies, each gemstone carries unique characteristics that make it valuable and desirable. Whether you’re looking to buy, wear, or sell colored stone jewelry, understanding the most popular gemstones and their worth is essential. When it comes time to sell, working with a trusted buyer like Westlake Gold, a reliable jewelry buyer in Westlake Village, California, ensures you receive a fair and competitive offer.

1. Sapphire Jewelry

Sapphires are one of the most sought-after colored gemstones, known for their deep blue hue and exceptional durability. However, sapphires come in a variety of colors, including pink, yellow, and green.

  • Blue Sapphire: The most classic and valuable variety, often used in engagement rings and high-end jewelry.
  • Padparadscha Sapphire: A rare pink-orange sapphire that commands high prices.
  • Durability: Ranking just below diamonds on the Mohs hardness scale, sapphires are excellent for everyday wear.

If you own sapphire jewelry you no longer wear, Westlake Gold can provide a professional evaluation and offer top-dollar pricing based on quality and rarity.

Ready to sell your sapphire jewelry? Contact Westlake Gold today for a free consultation.

2. Ruby Jewelry

Rubies symbolize passion and luxury, making them a timeless choice for fine jewelry.

  • Rich Red Color: The most valuable rubies exhibit a deep, pure red hue known as pigeon blood red.
  • Highly Durable: Ranking 9 on the Mohs scale, rubies are ideal for rings, necklaces, and bracelets.
  • High Market Demand: Fine rubies, especially those from Myanmar (Burma), are highly sought after.

Selling a ruby ring, pendant, or bracelet? Westlake Gold offers expert appraisals and competitive cash offers for high-quality rubies.

3. Emerald Jewelry

Emeralds are prized for their lush green color and unique internal inclusions, often called jardin (garden).

  • Highly Valuable: Top-quality emeralds, especially those from Colombia and Zambia, fetch high resale prices.
  • Delicate Yet Stunning: Unlike sapphires and rubies, emeralds are slightly softer and require careful handling.
  • Popular in Vintage Jewelry: Many estate and antique jewelry pieces feature emeralds, making them highly desirable for collectors.

When selling emerald jewelry, Westlake Gold ensures an accurate evaluation based on carat weight, clarity, and origin.

4. Tanzanite Jewelry

Tanzanite is a rare gemstone found only in Tanzania, known for its mesmerizing blue-violet color.

  • Gaining Popularity: Though newer to the gemstone market, tanzanite has become a favorite in high-end jewelry.
  • Limited Supply: Since it is mined in only one location, its value is expected to increase over time.
  • Best Used in Pendants & Earrings: Due to its moderate hardness, tanzanite is best suited for jewelry that experiences less wear.

If you own tanzanite jewelry you’re ready to sellWestlake Gold provides fair, market-based offers for rare and exotic gemstones.

5. Opal Jewelry

Opals are known for their brilliant play-of-color, displaying flashes of multiple hues within a single stone.

  • Australian Opals: Considered the finest, especially the black opal from Lightning Ridge.
  • Fire Opals: Found in Mexico, these have a striking orange or red glow.
  • Unique & One-of-a-Kind: No two opals are exactly alike, making them a favorite among collectors.

Selling opal jewelry? Westlake Gold specializes in evaluating and purchasing unique gemstone pieces.

6. Amethyst Jewelry

Amethyst, a stunning purple variety of quartz, has been cherished for centuries.

  • Affordable Yet Beautiful: While not as rare as other gemstones, fine-quality amethyst can still hold significant value.
  • Deep Purple Hue: The richest, most vivid purple stones are the most desirable.
  • Common in Antique Jewelry: Amethyst was widely used in vintage rings, brooches, and necklaces.

If you have amethyst jewelry to sell, Westlake Gold offers honest appraisals and competitive prices.

Contact Westlake Gold today for a free consultation and jewelry cleaning.

Sell Your Colored Stone Jewelry to a Trusted Buyer

Whether you own sapphires, rubies, emeralds, tanzanite, opals, or amethysts, selling to a reputable buyer like Westlake Gold ensures you receive a fair and transparent offer. Located in Westlake Village, CaliforniaWestlake Gold specializes in purchasing high-value gemstones and fine jewelry with no hassle.

If you’re ready to part with your colored stone jewelry, visit Westlake Gold today for a professional evaluation and immediate cash offer.

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