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1. The “Origin & DNA” Questions Origin significantly impacts the “Origin Premium” of a stone. You must verify that the stone is geologically Sri Lankan. “Does the lab report explicitly state ‘Sri Lanka’ as the geographic... by shali neththi | Dec 31, 2025 | Uncategorized
1. Phase One: The Strategic Discovery Before we look at a single stone, we establish the parameters of your search. This 15–20 minute initial consultation (via Zoom, WhatsApp, or in person in Colombo) focuses on: The Intent: Are you sourcing for a heritage jewelry... by shali neththi | Dec 31, 2025 | Uncategorized
1. Primary Payment Methods For transactions exceeding $10,000, credit cards are rarely the primary choice due to high merchant fees and daily limits. Instead, the industry relies on: SWIFT/Bank Wire Transfer: The global standard. After a formal invoice is issued,... by shali neththi | Dec 30, 2025 | Uncategorized
The 2025 gemstone landscape is experiencing a “Great Divergence.” While commercial-grade heated stones remain stagnant, the value of unheated, natural-color sapphires has surged by 14% in the last 12 months. To help our clients stay ahead of this curve, we... by shali neththi | Dec 30, 2025 | Uncategorized
Step 1: Curate Your Shortlist We do not show “random” stock. To make the most of your 30-minute session, browse our online inventory and select 3 to 5 specific white sapphires. Note their SKU numbers or carat weights. Pro Tip: Look for stones that match in... by shali neththi | Dec 30, 2025 | Uncategorized
When the Creative Director of a leading London boutique contacted Premium Gems Lanka, the brief was deceptively simple but geologically daunting: “Find us six matched, unheated Star Rubies with centered asterism and vivid pinkish-red saturation for a bespoke...