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Posts by James G Newman

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A collage of hands holding various natural star sapphire cabochons showing distinct six-ray asterism stars, overlaid with title text reading "What Does a Star Sapphire Symbolize? A Complete Guide".
Posted inGemstones Sapphire

Star Sapphire Meaning: History, Symbolism, and Why People Wear One

A star sapphire is a rare gemstone with a glowing star pattern inside it. People have worn this…
Posted by James G Newman July 22, 2026
Uncut rough blue sapphire stones next to a pile of faceted cut blue sapphires on a wooden table, overlaid with article title text.
Posted inBuying Guides

Rubies & Sapphires: The Full Story You Need to Know

Most gemstone guides stop at color, clarity, and treatment. But there's a layer beneath that, one that separates…
Posted by James G Newman July 21, 2026

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Elena Marsh is a gemstone writer and researcher covering mineral formation, sourcing, and buying guides for Root & Carat.

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  • Gemstone Meanings & Zodiac
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  • Semi-Precious Gemstones
  • Spinel
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  • Zircon
  • Red Tourmaline (Rubellite): Color, Value, and Buying Guide
    by Diyon Jagath
    November 5, 2026
  • Indicolite Tourmaline: Blue Color and Buying Guide
    by Diyon Jagath
    November 4, 2026
  • Maine Tourmaline: History, Colors, and Jewelry Guide
    by Diyon Jagath
    November 4, 2026
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