Barnes Fine Jewelers

06/23/2026

Somethings just get better with time. The organic gem, Amber, made from fossilized tree resin, only qualifies as amber if it is at least a million years old. Some amber is over 100 million years old!

06/19/2026

These new arrivals have us all in love. Which one is your favorite?

06/18/2026

We’re so used to engagement rings that it seems strange to think of a time when this tradition wasn’t around. Well, it wasn’t until romantic Maximilian of Austria gave his beloved Mary of Burgundy a ring as a promise of the impending nuptials back in 1477.

06/16/2026

If you've ever gone jewelry or gemstone shopping, you've likely heard about inclusions and how they affect a stone's clarity, but what exactly are they?

Gemstone inclusions are crystal, gas, or liquid particles or fractures inside a gemstone. For the buyer, they are little more than blemishes, but for the gemologist, they are important markers of a gem's makeup and history.

06/11/2026

Although relatively common, tourmaline is one of the most popular collector's gems on the market. This lively stone is known as one of the most colorful gems in the world, falling almost anywhere on the spectrum, and famous for its pleochroic (color-changing) properties. Many also believe that tourmaline has unique healing properties.

06/09/2026

For centuries, opal symbolism and lore included associations with royalty and good luck. However, in modern times, this gemstone has become the object of many negative (and unfounded) superstitions.

According to superstition, all but black opals are bad luck unless you were born in October. But, we're not the superstitious types - we just think they look beautiful.

06/04/2026

Between air pollution, tarnish and daily wear, jewelry is subjected to plenty of harsh elements, and figuring out the proper way to clean it can be baffling. Not anymore!

Make your gold, silver, and pearl pieces sparkle!

06/03/2026

Congratulations to JAY ALLEN & Renee Lynn on your upcoming wedding! 💍✨

We are so honored to have been part of your journey and are thrilled that you love your custom wedding rings. Thank you for trusting us with such a meaningful symbol of your love and commitment.

We can't wait to see what the future holds for you as husband and wife!

06/02/2026

Described as "emerald by day, ruby by night," alexandrite is a rare variety of mineral that changes color from bluish green in daylight to purplish red under incandescent light.

So rare, in fact, natural Alexandrite is rarer than Diamonds and more costly than Emerald, Ruby, and Sapphire.

The Alexandrite gemstone is known for its unique ability to change in color. Learn about its history, origins, value, durability, and more.

05/28/2026

Opal Myth: Opals are extremely fragile and will break very easily.

Fact: It's true that opals are more fragile than most gemstones, however, they're not as fragile as some people imagine. Opals are about the same hardness as glass, so imagine you're wearing a piece of glass and you'll get the idea.