Debunked: 10 Precious Jewellery Myths that Deserve to be Retired

As someone who has spent 15 years immersed in the world of fine jewellery, I’ve heard every whisper, doubt and long-held belief imaginable. Many of these jewellery myths have been passed down like heirlooms, but it’s time we held them up to the light and saw them for what they really are: misconceptions that crumble the moment you understand how jewellery are gemstones are crafted, worn and valued.

I’ve wanted to write this article for some time, because knowledge really is the ultimate power. The more you understand your jewels, the more confident, and connected, a collector you become. Like most of us, I once believed that diamonds were indestructible and that Paraiba tourmalines only existed in their signature swimming-pool blue. But the deeper I venture into this world, the more I realise how much there is still to learn. So, let’s unravel 10 of the most common jewellery misconceptions I’ve encountered in my career.