Individual opals can vary widely in appearance and quality. As diverse as snowflakes or fingerprints, each gem can differ noticeably. There are three main aspects of an opal’s quality: Color — Background color and play-of-colorPattern — Arrangement of play-of-colorClarity — Transparency and quantity of inclusions
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Shopping up a storm with Sam at Gemantra Gemstone & Beads Sam carries a wide array of gemstone beads for all budgets.
Individual opals can vary widely in appearance and quality. As diverse as snowflakes or fingerprints, each gem can differ noticeably. There are three main aspects of an opal’s quality: Color — Background color and play-of-colorPattern — Arrangement of play-of-colorClarity — Transparency and quantity of inclusions
Daily Draw Prizes!! Chance to win daily prizes of Gems, Minerals, Jewelry & more!! Daily Silent Auction in support of After Breast Cancer. Get and extra $2 off by joining the mailing list online at TheGemExpo.com March 11-13, 2022 Hyatt Regency Toronto – 370 King St West Toronto’s Gem, Mineral, […]
Our First Live In Person Expo for 2022!! March 11-13, 2022 Hyatt Regency Toronto – 370 King St West Toronto’s Gem, Mineral, Bead, & Jewellery Show Tickets available online and at the door #Gems #Minerals #Beads, Amber #Pearls #SterlingSilver #Findings #CrystalHealing @TheGemExpo @TheMetaExpo
Vendor Profile: Wijaya Gems Wijaya Gems (Pvt) Ltd.No. 730,Galle Road,Colombo 03,Sri Lanka. Tel: (0094) 11 2506393(0094) 11 250 0618 info@wijayagems.lk wijayagems.com https://www.facebook.com/wijayagemslk/ Our Mission To continuously diversify our business areas, by reaching new heights and enhancing thequality of production in gems & jewellery Our Vision Exceed expectations by strengthening the […]
Vendor Profile: Happy Buddha Instagram.com/happybuddha88 info@happybuddha88.ca HappyBuddha88.ca Happy Buddha is a family business with over 30 years of experience in supplying unique crystals and gemstones. Initially starting out as a supplier for jade, Happy Buddha has recently expanded its inventory to include a myriad of different crystals, gemstones, minerals […]
Vendor Profile: Zaleska Jewelry info@zaleska.ca Zaleska.ca Instagram.com/ZaleskaJewelry Zaleska is a line of size-inclusive jewelry designed by Sylvia Tennant in Vancouver, B.C. From first sketch to final polish, each piece is handmade with intention to fit comfortably, look sophisticated and make you feel your absolute best. Zaleska stocks ring sizes […]
Daily Draw Prizes!! Chance to win daily prizes of Gems, Minerals, Jewelry & more!! Daily Silent Auction in support of After Breast Cancer Coupons will be available at the door. Get and extra $2 off by joining the mailing list online at TheGemExpo.com July 15-17, 2022 Hyatt Regency Toronto – […]
Any one can learn jewellery making or beadwork from one of our many instructors. It’s easy and fun when you get quality instructions from talented instructors. Class sizes are small so everyone will get hands on instructions from instructors. Barbara from CHAKRALUSCIOUS
The Gem Expo is a great place to find a large selection of Gemstone Rings from different vendors at affordable prices. Find these from @JAASilverGems @JonJaghori. JAA Silvergems also carries bangles, pendents, earrings and sterling silver chain.
Quality crafted sterling silver Gemstone Jewellery from Italy, India, Thailand, and Asia. Find these from @JAASilverGems @JonJaghori. JAA Silvergems also carries bangles, pendents, earrings and sterling silver chain.
If you are into jewellery making or making malas, The Gem Expo is a great place to find a wide variety of gemstone beads for any project and any budget.
Larimar is a rare blue variety of the silicate mineral pectolite found only in the Dominican Republic. Its colours vary from white, to light-blue, green-blue and to deep blue. Metaphysical properties: Larimar is a high vibration stone that connects to both the Thymus (second Heart) and Throat Chakras. It is […]
Amber is fossilized tree resin that is at least 30 million years old, some as old as 320 million years. It has been appreciated for its colour and natural beauty since Neolithic times. Metaphysical properties: Amber absorbs negative energy and transmutes it to healing energy.Amber is also very protective. Amber […]
Thunder Bay Amethyst is easy to spot as it tends to have red caps or spots which are red hematite inclusions. Metaphysical properties: Thunder Bay Amethyst assists in unimpeded positive growth. It can heal rifts in groups and families, as well as resolve disagreements. Thunder Bay Amethyst can induce love […]
Vanadinite is from the apatite family of minerals and one of the main sources of vanadium and some lead. Metaphysical properties: When one has a load of work to do, and there is no way to put it aside, one is advised to acquire some Vanadinite as quickly as possible. […]
Rainbow Fluorite exhibits a combination of colours inherent in Fluorite crystals, such as purple, blue, green, clear and yellow. Metaphysical properties: Fluorite acts like a vacuum cleaner for your mind, clearing it of confusion, cluttered thoughts, negativity and any thoughts that no longer serve your best interest.
Desert Rose Selenite is actually a combination of gypsum, salt, sand grains and wind erosion. It mainly forms in dried up salt beds in dry climates. Metaphysical properties: It carries the energies of clarity, prosperity and purification. Desert Rose helps to rid the mind of old thought-processes, opening up the […]
With the number of different vendors at The Gem Expo, its a great place to go shopping for deals on jewellery such as at Element Earth @elementearth
Beautiful Gemstone Beads in hundreds of varieties, shapes, and sizes such as these Faceted Gemstone Beads can be found at The Gem Expo. Faceted gemstone beads adds depth to any jewellery creation.
These glorious Moonstone Cabochons don’t need batteries to make them flash a brilliant blue colour. Moonstones are a type of feldspar that grow in layers. The blue flash is the reflection of those different layers.
One of the great things about The Gem Expo is that it features a variety of vendors bringing in quality gemstone beads from around the world and still offer them at the best prices to everyone. Gemantra @gemantra
Herkimer diamonds are not actually diamonds, but get their name because of their clarity as well as their shape which are naturally faceted. The name comes from the fact they are found in Herkimer, New York. These strands are available from Gemantra @gemantra Road trip anyone?
The Gem Expo a great place to stock up on mineral specimens from around the world at affordable prices. This round sphere is a smoky quartz is beautifully displayed in a glass box along with moss by Atlas Trove @AtlasTrove
The Gem Expo a great place to stock up on mineral specimens from around the world at affordable prices. This unique specimen is called Vanadinite and part of the apatite family. It has high Vanadium content as well as some lead. It is mainly found in Mexico, South America, Europe […]
The Gem Expo a great place to stock up on mineral specimens from around the world at affordable prices. Amethyst, Rose Quartz, Clear Quartz all belong to the family of Quartz. Quartz is naturally clear, any chemical impurities will allow the colour to “shine” through. Amethyst, tiger eye, adventurine, and […]
The Gem Expo a great place to stock up on mineral specimens from around the world at affordable prices. This beautiful Rainbow Fluorite specimen slice shows off it’s range of colours from pale green, purple to a translucent white.
The Gem Expo a great place to stock up on mineral specimens from around the world at affordable prices. This beautiful Purple Fluorite specimen is from China and feature unique cleavages forming octahedrons.
The Gem Expo features cut gemstones like these gorgeous master cut Amethyst and Aqua Marine Gemstones from around the world.
Vendor Profile: Southern Gems and Jewellery Enterprises DEALERS AND EXPORTER OF PRECIOUS AND SEMI-PRECIOUS GEMSTONES FROM THE SOURCE. Southern Gems and Jewellery Enterprises is one of the leading gemstone dealers in the country. The business is officially registered in 2020 under the Provincial Companies Act, Sri Lanka, and Incorporated by […]
Vendor Profile: Mayuri’s Beads Mayuri’s Beads … for every woman Mayuri’s Beads: I am a passionate perfectionist! Whether it’s the process of designing a piece, hand selecting each bead or stringing that necklace over and over again till I get it just right, I see every piece as a vision, […]
Vendor Profile: Living Energy Spirits Metaphysical & Psychic Shop Living Energy Spirits Metaphysical & Psychic Shop Psychic Readings by David John SinclairHandcrafted JewelryBooks and Tarot CardsSage and IncenseGemstones and Natural Minerals LivingEnergySpirits.com Facebook.com/davidjohn.davidjohn.33 1775 Danforth Ave Toronto, ON M4C 1J1 DavidJohn@LivingEnergySpirits.com 416-889-5358
Vendor Profile: Marev Jewelry gemstones and crystals From our family to yours We’re proud to offer the highest quality, most unique merchandise on the market today. From our family to yours, we put lots of love and careful attention in each item. We hope you enjoy our work as much […]
The Gem Expo is a one stop shop for Jewellery Making Findings from beads, chains and clasps. You’ll find findings in base metal, copper, sterling silver to vermeil and available in different finishes.
Lampwork glass headpins, made by Mary Ann Helmond, will be used to create a unique and colourful pair of earrings. The basics of opening and closing jump rings, how to make a wrapped wire loop as well as how to measure chain lengths will be taught in this class. https://www.universe.com/Summer-Garden-Lampwork-Earrings […]
Trilobites were a very diverse group of extinct marine arthropods. They first appeared as fossils some 520 million years ago and trived for nearly 300 million years. They were one of the most successful of the early animals on our planet and one of the first with a sense of […]
Whether you are looking for cut gemstones to make custom jewellery for clients, weddings, or something special for yourself, The Gem Expo is a great place to pick some up. These stones come from master stone cutters from all over the world including India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. They feature […]
Vendor Profile: Findings World Sterling Silver & Gemstones Facebook.com/FindingsWorld Phone: (647) 239-5067 Email: info@findingsworld.com Sterling Silver & Gold Filled Findings We have over 400 varieties of Sterling Silver and Gold Filled findings, Semi Precious Beads and Ready to wear Sterling Silver Chains from Italy. @FindingsWorld
Argus Collection is a family affair specializing in high quality clasps, Swarovski Crystal Fancy Stones, unusual findings and special pendants. My goal is to stock items that are a little out of the ordinary but still very affordable. I have a large selection of Claspgarten magnetic and box clasps from […]