Gemstones Beyond the Norm
No standard stones. No illusions.
We show gemstones as they really are:
Focus on untreated – each stone a work of art - pure nature!
With all their inclusions, structures, and unadulterated beauty. Our macro photography makes visible what others hide or retouch away.
Our credo:
Natural art is not changed – it is made visible.
Information on photography
Our Credo: No staging. No filters.
Our images are taken at very high resolution and under deliberately used cold light – intentionally brightly lit to reveal the gemstone in its full depth. Macro shots with up to 50x magnification reveal what others often hide:
Inclusions, structures, and the individual soul of each gemstone. Each stone is a unique work of nature – formed over hundreds of millions of years.
We completely forgo color optimization or filters. Only brightness and clarity are minimally adjusted – without altering the character of the stone. Our aim is to represent the color effect as realistically as possible.
However, this form of presentation may still seem unusual:
- Colors may appear more intense or cooler than in classic product images – but details that would otherwise remain hidden become visible.
- Under this strong magnification, even microscopic flaws become visible, which can naturally appear massive as a result. If a stone has a damage visible to the naked eye (chip), this is indicated accordingly and factored into the price.
- We have deliberately chosen an exceptionally high image resolution in the shop to allow every interested party to embark on their own journey of discovery.
Enjoy discovering.
Info on videos
Movement creates transparency.
For every gemstone, we provide a 360° video, accessible directly below the product description. For special stones – such as color changers – we supplement this with another video that specifically showcases this phenomenon.
Our videos are also created under deliberately intense lighting to allow you to experience the stone in its full depth and natural characteristics. The high resolution makes it possible to discern details even in the video – right down to the stone's structure.
Without staging. Without falsification. As close to reality as possible.
Information about our product range
No lots. No standard goods.
Every gemstone is individually selected – based on character, not according to a scheme. The focus is on exceptional pieces with a special appeal, whether through striking inclusions, intense colors, modern cuts or simply their unmistakable wow factor.
Every stone is a deliberate decision – no mass-produced goods, no compromises. Almost all gemstones are untreated and mostly freshly certified. Should you require additional certification, this can be arranged. Please simply contact us for this.
Assortment Focus:
- Character Stones - stones that we see as works of art. Stones with a unique appearance. A microcosm in the smallest space. Also browse our macro worlds.
- Spinel - we offer a wide variety of colors, cuts and sizes, with a focus on high-quality specimens – we are particularly fond of Burmese stones.
- Sapphire - we especially focus on parti and teal sapphires, as they offer unique color worlds.
Information on origin:
If an origin is not stated in the certificate but appears plausible based on dealer information and typical occurrences, it will be marked with (typ.).
