What to look for when buying your first coloured gemstone

When you buy a gemstone, the colour is usually the first thing you notice.

It is also the most personal part of choosing one.

Things like how the stone is cut, how clear it is, and where it comes from are important too.

But the colour should be all about what you like.

You should pick a shade that fits your own style.

You should also think about how you plan to wear the piece.

Some people love the deep green of an emerald.

Others like the velvety blue of a sapphire or the vivid red of a ruby.

The best advice is to choose a colour you will enjoy looking at for many years.