How to Build a Gemstone Collection: Expert Guide for Collectors & Investors
💎 Expert Gemstone Collection Guide
Advanced strategies for collectors and investors. Build valuable gemstone portfolios.
💎 Expert Strategies
- ✓ Investment-grade selection
- ✓ Rarity assessment
- ✓ Market timing
- ✓ Portfolio diversification
- ✓ Authentication and certification
💰 Investment Focus
- Certified Stones: GIA, AGS certification essential
- Untreated Preferred: Natural stones appreciate better
- Rare Origins: Kashmir, Burma, Queensland parti-sapphires
- AAA Grade: Top 10% color and clarity
❓ Expert Questions
What makes a gemstone investment-grade?
Investment-grade gemstones have AAA color, eye-clean clarity, excellent cut, certification from recognized labs, untreated status, rare origin, and significant carat weight. They represent the top 5-10% of gemstones.